Choosing a connection.
WIRED
More consistent Lower latency Not affected by interference Requires cabling
WIRELESS
Convenient Subject to interference, distance and obstruction Shared among connected devices Variable performance
WHAT PEOPLE MISJUDGE
That wireless problems are connection problems.
Frequently the connection is fine and the wireless link is not.
HOW TO TELL
Test the same thing on a cable.
If it improves, the wireless is the constraint.
WHAT AFFECTS WIRELESS QUALITY
Distance from the access point Walls and obstructions Other networks nearby Interference from other equipment How many devices are connected
WHAT TO USE WIRED FOR
Anything fixed in place Anything sensitive to interruption Servers and equipment
WHAT TO USE WIRELESS FOR
Devices that move
WHAT TO DO IF WIRELESS IS POOR
Move closer, reduce obstructions, or add an access point.
More bandwidth does not fix a weak signal.
