Ethernet
Why Your Gigabit Ethernet Is Stuck at 100 MbpsNew!!
08/03/2026
A practical troubleshooting flow for gigabit Ethernet links negotiating at 100 Mbps because of cables, ports, terminations, or hidden old devices.
Cat6 vs Cat6A in 2026: What to Run, What to Avoid, and When Fiber Makes SenseNew!!
07/31/2026
A practical home cabling guide for Cat6, Cat6A, DAC, multimode fiber, single-mode fiber, PoE, and what to avoid in walls.
Cat5e vs Cat6 vs Cat6A: What To Buy and What To Avoid
07/15/2026
Cat5e is often enough for 1GbE and 2.5GbE. Cat6 is a practical home default. Cat6A is the safer 10GbE long-run choice.
Mesh Is Not Always the Answer: How to Fix Bad Wi-Fi the Right Way
06/22/2026
Mesh can fix coverage, but it can also add latency, burn airtime, and hide the real problem. Diagnose first, then choose the right fix.