Gaming On Ethernet Vs. WiFI

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Back when video games were just starting to develop into a serious form of at-home entertainment, companies were focused on bringing players the best possible hardware to enjoy the latest games. The idea of online play wasn't even on the radar, especially with the Internet also in its infancy. Fast-forward to today, and Internet connectivity and gaming go hand-in-hand, thanks to a wide array of things like multiplayer capabilities, DRM services, and streaming.

Modern-age gamers have the freedom to jump into multiplayer sessions with friends and like-minded players instantly from all over the globe. Services like Amazon LUNA, GeForce NOW, and Stadia give players access to massive libraries of playable games that they can simply stream live without downloading (so long as their connection can handle it). There are also games that require an Internet connection just to start, even if they're a single-player experience, which means gamers will need a stable connection should they want to adventure through these titles.

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But players in 2022 have the choice of playing their online games over a Wireless or Wired connection. Unfortunately, thanks to all the available options, choosing what method to use isn't so clear-cut. Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages of Wireless connections versus hard-wired Ethernet gaming, and which one is better in the long run.

The biggest sell for wireless gaming is, well, the «wireless aspects» of it all. Modern-day consoles and laptops have instant access to wireless connections, allowing players to take their games with them and enjoy them from a variety of locations so long as they have access to a wireless