Question from Nina K.:   I have what’s probably a really basic question about networking.

I just bought a new router that has 1 Gb wired Ethernet ports on it. My kids and I have three desktop PCs that were all wired to an older (and much slower) router.

Do I need to buy new Ethernet cables and network adapters for the PCs in order to take advantage of the much faster speed supported by the new router?

Rick’s answer:  Hi Nina. Congrats on the new router!

The answer to your question is maybe. It all depends on what all you do with the computers.  [Read more…]