I use a simple unmanaged switch to expand my wired Ethernet access without complicating my home network.

Why didn't I do this sooner?

Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything related to home internet. She graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a focus on ...

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