How does Powerline Networking send data through my electrical wires?
Powerline Networking devices convert data from your computer into a signal that can be transmitted over standard AC wires. The signal does not interfere with the ordinary current traveling through the wires. As these devices use the electrical power lines as a means to transfer data, it is normal for the units to become warm during operation. Is the electrical power line a reliable medium for a computer network? In comparison to Ethernet cabling, which has clean and consistent characteristics, the AC mains power line used by Powerline Networking is a harsh medium for computer networking. This is because of the many sources of unpredictable noise and interference found around the home – hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, halogen lights, food blenders etc. A typical home power line can have any number of different appliances plugged in and out, turned on and off, or left running for any amount of time. All of this causes the characteristics of the power line to be constantly changing. How man
