Flat Ethernet Cables Probably Aren't The Answer To Your Home Networking Problem

For the most reliable performance, round cables are generally superior.

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Unless you're relying entirely on Wi-Fi, chances are you've had to wrangle an unsightly mess of Ethernet cables at some point in your life. One way to make your home internet setup a little easier on the eyes is to use flat Ethernet cables, which have become much more popular in recent years. Flat Ethernet cables can be easily bent and hidden from sight, making it possible to wire…