Ethernet

I worked in IT for 30 years, mainly dealing with ethernet networks. If you take the time to learn how ethernet works, you’ll understand that you need nothing more than a good quality CAT5e or CAT6 cable. Don’t run it across any fluorescent lights or near an AC motor. TP (twisted pair) cable shields itself from low-level RF interference that will slow your connection. You can believe whatever else you want, but your money is better spent on quality audio equipment. 

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@mggartner - IT data reliability is crucial for high tech streaming, high-end audio is concerned with “how it sounds”.  The digital data rides in an analogy stream that’s prone to picking up audible noise that we can hear.  Better components reduce this noise.  

Yes, there will be a diiference. Wi-fi does not transmit through walls so well - the transmission speed is slower than a wired connection. Will that make a difference to audio quality? IDK. However many ultra-sensitive people complain they can feel wi-fi signals, so a wired cvonnection makes sense. 

@kennyc --The digital data rides in an analogy stream that’s prone to picking up audible noise that we can hear.

Can you please explain this? What audible noise are you talking about? 

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