Some Advantages of Wired Vs Wireless Networks

Date: March 24, 2009

Time: 2:42PM

Place: New York. NY


We don’t just go wireless because wireless networks also have disadvantages as compared to wired networks. Physical fix wiring connections are not prone to interference and the bandwidth does not fluctuate as opposed to wireless networks which can be affected by these therefore in this area. Wired networks tend to be much more reliable than wireless. Unless there is a problem with one of the network cards (NICs), the cabling, the switch or hub (all hardware) wired networks will deliver to its full potential all the time. On the other side wireless signals can be distracted by walls, distance, floors and by its immediate surroundings. You don’t have to worry about networking signals travelling through the air and being intercepted by intruders who were not intended to access the network especially if the network is not protected as in the case with many home networks. Wired networks are usually faster in terms of speed than wireless. Wired network adapter cost less than wireless therefore cost is also a factor. While wireless networks have their pluses wired networks are still the better choice for reliability, security, speed and in some instances cost.