Switching
Access Port vs Trunk Port: VLAN Ports Explained
07/15/2026
Use access ports for ordinary untagged endpoints and trunks for required tagged VLANs; match native-VLAN handling and allowed VLANs at both ends, then verify traffic and policy.
2.5GbE vs 10GbE: Which Home Network Upgrade Is Worth It?
06/22/2026
Keep existing Ethernet when it meets the workload. Compare 2.5GbE and 10GbE against measured client, storage and uplink bottlenecks, then check exact cabling, port support and cooling before buying.