Yes, you can connect both WiFi and Ethernet to the same network on your PC to achieve maximum performance.
Yes, you can connect both WiFi and Ethernet to the same network on your PC to achieve maximum performance.
I understand this might seem like a silly question, but there are possibilities. Your ISP provides 150Mbps internet through your gigabit router. With Gig Ethernet and 5GHz Wi-Fi working well, the issue is distance. You've already connected via a 100Mbps Cat5 cable (now upgraded to Cat5e) to your PC, which gives 100Mbps. To maximize speed, you'd need both strong Wi-Fi and a direct Gig Ethernet link—routing a new Gig Ethernet cable would take time. Consider optimizing your setup or exploring alternative methods to bridge the gap.
I just tested it again and it still doesn’t exceed 100Mbit. In fact, it’s slower than regular Ethernet, around 94Mbit. I’m trying to prevent that because the PC and router are in separate rooms. The cabling is tricky since I have to attach it to the ceiling, which means rearranging furniture to fit a ladder. Good Cat5e/Cat6 cables aren’t cheap (though you get the idea). I’m just looking at my options here; if nothing else works, I’ll go for a Cat5e/Cat6 cable.
The only practical choice is a proper cable connection. While link aggregation—also known as bonding or teaming—is possible in theory, it requires compatibility on both sides, such as between your computer and the router. Regular Windows doesn’t support this feature, as does most standard home routers.
You rarely see advertised speeds... need quicker connections when you require them urgently.