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- 

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You're not the easiest to follow or discern. Something's missing. Must be me.

Solely based on @fredrik222’s courage and ability to keep his "emotions" at bay with many members here, I’d score his performance mid 90 percentile.

Now that is rich. He's kept nothing at bay by being haughty, condescending and insulting, twisting the results of past conversations (at least with me), displaying his usual arrogance. He may be your cup of tea but not others.

All the best,
Nonoise

You made a bunch of claims and linked to a guy building his own RF detection device and claimed this guy was a genius and knows everything about RF. I pointed out to you that EMI/RF devices cost $20 on Amazon, and this guy didn’t know anything more than average Joe.

I think you’re confusing me with someone else as I don’t recall stating that. What I did talk about was how TV signals show that it’s not such a clean and sure thing and you shot me down by saying it was a different medium so it didn’t apply.

I also linked to someone who spoke of the issue that nothing really performs at the levels intended at a consistent rate and that IT companies intentionally throttle down to compensate for traffic resulting in less than perfect transmission, which you also dismissed.

 

All the best,
Nonoise

It's all freddy has ever done. He's stated many times that until someone smarter than him comes forward, what he says can't be refuted. What does that tell you about the man? 

Back when I argued with him, he stated that he tried it and couldn't hear a difference. He couldn't hear a difference or thought it didn't warrant the cost or bother. That's all I need to know.

All the best,
Nonoise