Why Are Some Ethernet Cables Flat – And Are They Better Than Round?

A technical comparison of EMI shielding, PoE compatibility, and signal degradation in Cat6 and Cat8 networking setups.
Cult of Mac

This $27 tool helped me ID the Ethernet cables in my wall [Under Review]

If you can't tell which Ethernet cable goes where, this inexpensive tool can help. Photo: Lewis Wallace/Cult of Mac The Elegiant Wire Tracker looks unassuming, but it helped me solve a frustrating ...
BGR

Do Different Ethernet Cables Really Matter? How You're Slowing Down Your Internet

Generally, wired internet speeds are faster than Wi-Fi connections, which means hardwired devices plugged in including MacBooks, game consoles, and PCs will deliver much better performance and ...
Network World

3 network test tools compared

Network testers are ideal for IDing bad cabling, helping to troubleshoot network issues, estimating cable lengths and determining cable rates. These tools from Fluke Networks, NETSCOUT, and SignalTEK ...
Business Insider

What is an Ethernet cable? Here's how to connect to the internet without Wi-Fi and get a speedier connection

An Ethernet cable lets you physically connect your computer to the internet. Ethernet connections are almost always faster than WiFi connections and are usually more stable. You'll need to connect one ...