The Phantom Menace in Your Walls: When Ethernet Meets Electromagnetic Interference

Ever experienced frustratingly inconsistent internet speeds despite upgrading your router and paying for blistering-fast broadband? You might blame your ISP, outdated hardware, or even Wi-Fi congestion frustration. However, the culprit stealing your bandwidth could be lurking silently within the walls themselves – the invisible, detrimental effect of running Ethernet cables too close to electrical wiring. Often overlooked by DIY enthusiasts and even some professionals, the proximity of your data cables to power lines is a critical factor in achieving reliable, high-speed performance. Ignoring this electromagnetic interference during installation invites a cascade of elusive network gremlins that degrade speed, cause mysterious dropouts