3Com last month shipped the latest in a line of Ethernet switches that puts a small wiring closet in your wall. 3Com says its IntelliJack (formerly Network Jack) switches fit into standard wall ...

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It’s annoying when you run out of Ethernet ports on your router. That, or when you have a home entertainment center and want wired connections for all your devices, but you don’t want to string a ...

I needed to reorganize the cabling in the server closet so I can reach the network switch after I put the upper deck in place on my model railroad. I need that extra 24" of depth for a turn. My wife ...

Hardwired broadband connections offer enhanced security, speed and reliability compared to wireless connections. Though a completely wireless workplace may sound like a simple solution, it is a good ...

Are you having trouble getting your favorite multiplayer games or chat program to connect to the internet? Does your tablet’s web browser fail despite being connected to a Wi-Fi network? Your problem ...