What’s the best way to achieve minimal latency? The explanation is simple—optimize your setup.
What’s the best way to achieve minimal latency? The explanation is simple—optimize your setup.
Hello: I am setting up my new setup and I want to get the lowest ping possible. My room does not have an internet connection, and when I ask people what I should do, they say: "jUsT bUy A wLaN rEpEaTeR", but WLAN Repeaters are inconsistent and their connection fluctuates too often. So what should I do to get the best connection possible (sub 10 ping)... Access Point? Powerline? Switch? WLAN Repeater? 20 meter ethernet cable? See my (shitty) illustration to understand everything better, very nice, yrs, Aurosis
The fastest connection is always using an Ethernet cable. Powerline can also function if the electrical wiring is sufficiently short.
It's clearly an Ethernet cable. The most reliable and affordable option available. The access point must be connected physically and it only handles Wi-Fi and WLAN repeaters introduce significant delays. A switch merely divides Ethernet connections, while powerline adapters might work but can also pose issues. An Ethernet cable performs perfectly.
You're pointing out certain constraints in the scenario. It seems there are restrictions that prevent us from offering a complete answer. Above me, others have mentioned that Ethernet is the preferred option. If the connection passes through a switch or uses a direct link, it doesn't significantly affect the outcome. Try to minimize the number of connection points since each one can degrade signal quality and raise ping. I've marked some arrows in your diagram showing the most practical ways to set up the cables.
Thank you for your question. An Ethernet cable typically doesn’t interfere with door closure unless it’s improperly installed. Make sure it fits correctly and isn’t blocking movement.
and there we have a limitation It all depends on your situation really. Most homes have empty tubes running between floors specifically made for this application or more generally for electricity. If you have empty tubes, i would utilize them, they will be the neatest way to pull the cables to the desired location. If you have no such tubes, running them along the wall can be a good alternative. Maybe drill a small hole in the wall so it doesn't block the door. The doorway is also an option, depending on how high of a clearance you have to the floor you can just run it under. If you do this, make sure the cable canot move upwards to prevent 'cutting' the cable by closing or opening the door.
BitWit recently made some updates to his house—maybe you can borrow a few tips?
Hoe beter is de draadloze overgevoerd communicatie dan de geleidelijke verbinding met een muis?
Fuck... that's wild... but maybe I can hide an Ethernet cable under the door and use a raceway next to the wall. What do you think about Powerlines? My house was built around 1999-2000, so the wiring could be outdated, though I'm not sure. Living in Switzerland might mean better connections than in some other countries. What are your thoughts?