Routers and network switches aren't the same hardware—depending on your setup, you may need both.

Ethernet splitter vs. switch: Which one do you need? Ethernet switches and ethernet splitters seem, at first glance, to be basically the same thing. Their names and functions are similar. However, ...

Small and medium office setups can benefit greatly from Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled devices and when used clever, it’s also something that can reduce the cable clutter and improve the setup a ...

The cost of home networking has been tumbling of late, so much so that it's quite possible to purchase an 8-port gigabit switch for around £20. A super-fast, hardwired connection is useful when ...