Ethernet and Wifi
Ethernet and Wifi
Occasionally it's not feasible or worthwhile (like my printer). With my laptops, connecting to the wireless network and pressing print works for both my phones and my desktop, but I can't print from my desktop anymore since I've connected an Ethernet cable to resolve some problems.
Technically it's possible, but if settings aren't right you may face problems where the system attempts to use both network cards for internet and local traffic. This can lead to various Windows issues. To properly separate communication channels, you should set up two distinct networks or subnets. This way your internet stays on the Ethernet LAN while wireless traffic is limited to other devices.
You're linked via a wired connection, allowing devices to join wirelessly through your network as the main access point. This setup avoids the need for Wi-Fi altogether, and it shouldn't create any problems—just follow the primary device unless you change its settings.
Previous encounters have indicated that windows might struggle with that setup. A few patches could potentially resolve the issue. Since I haven’t used a wired+wireless system in years, I’m open to trying it now, though I still wouldn’t advise doing so unless necessary.