Hello everyone! I am thinking about buying a new Ethernet cable for my home. I have an old CAT5e, but the Internet has become unstable, and with devices like smart TV, where a stable connection is needed, this is a real problem. I read that for 2025 it is better to choose something newer, like CAT6 or even CAT7. On the other hand, for normal home use they seem to be excessive. Honestly, I am confused: how to choose? Does it make sense to overpay for more expensive options if I mainly use the Internet for movies, music and working with documents? And how to choose a good cable brand in general – what should I look for, besides the price?
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thiefcrazy98 posted an update in the group
Buying a new Ethernet cable 1 day, 9 hours agoInteresting conversation! I had a similar choice a year ago when I decided to update my home network. In the end, I settled on CAT6, because for my needs (video streaming and some work with large files) it turned out to be the best option. But it is worth noting that the quality of the connection is affected not only by the cable itself, but also…[Read more]
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tbes50203 posted an update in the group
Buying a new Ethernet cable 2 days, 10 hours agoHi! You have raised a really important topic, because choosing an Ethernet cable in 2025 may not be as obvious as it seems at first glance. Many people wonder, How long can and Ethernet Cable be? To figure it out, let’s understand a little about the types of cables. Let me start by saying that there are several categories of cables – CAT5e, CAT6,…[Read more]
