is it faster to connect to router using cable or the same in wireless


  1. Ajji
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    Windows 7 Home Basic 64 bit
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    is it faster to connect to router using cable or the same in wireless


    example:

    i have a router connected to a modem. My computer is connected to my router using a cable and 2 other laptops is connected to my router using wireless connection. Do we have the same speed internet connection?

    thanks in advance
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  3. Influx
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    Win7 Ultimate x64 SP1 / WCP x64 / Ubuntu 11 x64
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    Yes, unless your wireless signal is low or your wireless bandwidth is limited.
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  4. Ajji
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    Influx said:
    Yes, unless your wireless signal is low or your wireless bandwidth is limited.
    how can i know if my wireless (data transfer rate) is limited?
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  6. F5ing
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    Guess you could try Speedtest.net - The Global Broadband Speed Test to start with. Run it from each machine and compare results.
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