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Got WiFi? Try Wired

WiFi is convenient and all but if you really want to maximise your Internet speeds, a wired connection is the way to go.

See the table below to see how a wired connection stacks up against WiFi.

Check out this table below so you can have a better idea in selecting the type of connection that befits your usage.

Point of Comparison

Wired

WiFi

Speeds1

Faster

You’re more likely to achieve subscribed broadband speeds via a direct Ethernet connection.
Slower

At least 2x slower than a wired connection.

Latency2

Lower Higher

Mobility

Less More

Convenience

Less More

Stability

Higher Lower

Security

Higher

It’s harder to intercept your data with a physically secured connection.
Lower

Ideal usage

Great for large file transfers, smooth HD streaming and online gaming. Recommended connection for speed tests. Flexible and convenient connectivity for multiple devices.
  1. Subject to various factors including interference, device capability, number of users on a network, Ethernet cable, etc.
  2. What does latency mean? Latency is the amount of time / delay for data to travel from point A to point B.

Advanced devices on the market are likely to achieve at least 90% of your subscribed speeds over a wired connection. But if you don’t, check your Ethernet cable. It’s the one that connects your router to your computer or laptop. There are a few different categories that support different speeds. The type is usually indicated on the sides of the cable.

Cat-5: Speeds up to 100Mbps

Cat-5e: Speeds up to 1Gbps

Cat-6: Speeds up to 10Gbps

Cat-5: Speeds up to 100Mbps

Cat-5e: Speeds up to 1Gbps

Cat-6: Speeds up to 10Gbps

NOTE: Your Internet speed is only as fast as the speeds that you are subscribed to.

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