Cabled vs. wireless networks, what are the pros and cons of each and how do I know which is best suited for my home/work environment?
Cabled networks also known as LANs are desired when speed and 100% security is required. Data on a wired network can travel almost 100 times faster than wireless networks. It is also harder for a hacker to access your wired network unlike the wireless, which if not configured properly can be a security risk. With cabled networks you do have the downside of having to drill through walls and run cable through the walls so you can get the wired connection to your desired location. This can make it difficult if you are looking to place a computer where the access to the wired network is not accessible. Wireless networks, also known as WLANs, are desired for flexibility, ease of installation, mobility, cost, and when speed is not a concern. Standard wireless networks can reach up to speeds of 56Mbps as opposed to wired at 100Mbps and even 1000Mbps also known as Gigabit. These networks are flexible because you can move around the area of the Access Point with your laptop and not have to worr
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