As with most computing decisions, this one hinges on what you're going to be doing on your home network, but a wired LAN is a better fit for many situations. Running Ethernet through your walls ...

A wireless network usually uses radio signals to connect nodes. A wired network uses copper cables or fibre optic cable. Using a wireless network brings many benefits to a user: new nodes can ...

In effect, the WAP creates its own wireless network which devices connect to. The WAP then sends the wireless traffic data it receives onto the main wired network. WAPs can also be used to extend ...