Wifi V.s. Ethernet

[polyluti]

i want to know since i have one of the worst connections speeds 1.7 down and .4 upload that if i connect through ethernet will it be faster, and how much?

 

[USAFRet]

Of all possible connection types between your PC and the router, WiFi is at the bottom of the list.

 

[USAFRet]

Now...is an ethernet cable an option? You've not given us much info here.

 

[polyluti]

Now...is an ethernet cable an option? You've not given us much info here.

yes i can wire it but i dont want to if its only going to give me like .2 download speed more

 

[mrmez]

Since your internet is so slow almost any wifi will be more than fast enough.

Wifi is more variable than ethernet.
Differing speeds between computer and router, distance and blockage to signal, interference from other devices.
A combination of these can severely cripple speeds and reliability.

You're getting ~1.7Mb/s
Slow wifi will run at maybe 50Mb/s, fast ~1,000Mb/s.

 

[USAFRet]

Now...is an ethernet cable an option? You've not given us much info here.

yes i can wire it but i dont want to if its only going to give me like .2 download speed more

Wired direct to the router will not affect the speed from your ISP at all.
WiFi might.

There are a lot of variables to this question.

 

[Chugalug_]

Always go with an ethernet cable when given the option. Wireless is typically your last resort for desktop, or laptop/phone connection.
Ethernet is more stable and gives direct connections to your ISP.