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> Ethernet instead of Wi-Fi.

Unless you only work with other software developers (or gamers I guess) who are latency sensitive like us, most of the people you speak with over VoIP are unlikely to have a Ethernet connection.

Last time I worked full-time in an office, some people didn't even know you could connect to the internet/router via a cable instead of wireless...



Lucky me, the only 2 people I call regularly are a programmer and a gamer :)

If that wasn’t the case, I’d probably buy them a 50ft cable on every holiday until they stop lagging.


Lucky you indeed, wish I was that lucky :)

If you're talking with them over VoIP, my hunch is that money isn't the problem here (30m ethernet cables cost like ~$15-30), but rather being able to pull a cable through the house/apartment without making it look like an eyesore or even being in the way.




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