Ethernet Switch- what's the point?
I run an Ethernet cable between my router (standard issue from Verizon) and my streaming transport. I note that some use an ethernet switch between between the router and streamer. Assuming I got that right, what is the point- what does a good switch do? I've been into audio since the 70's but when its comes to streaming, I'm definitely a newbie-
Thanks all!
@fredrik222 Question is very simple. If you are using a very unefficient protocol like https, which relies on heavy buffering, all is reduced to the quality of client (the webplayer most likely). So, which switch/router/cable to use is no sense question. If you are changing router/switch/cable and you hear big differences, logic says you are using a UDP like protocol, or the https client is extremely poor. My 2 eurocents.
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@tonix HTTPS is used for most, if not all, streaming services over the internet. That is all that matters. I showed that Qobuz uses https, proving your “logic” invalid. switches and cables don’t make a difference (after a certain point). |
@recklesskelly i dont care about you, that is correct. I care about the op and future people who want to learn. And being told that a $3k Innuos switch is the way to go is not helpful to anyone. |
