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Wireless and wired at the same time?

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I have a Dell D600 running Windows XP.

It has both a built in wireless card and Ethernet card which I have managed to get both running at the same time.

Is there any advantage in connecting to my VirginMedia hub both wirelessly and wired at the same time?
Getting forgetful, if you think I've asked this before I probably have. :rotfl:

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  • closed
    closed Posts: 10,886 Forumite
    no, wired should override wireless
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    > . !!!! ----> .
  • bengalknights
    bengalknights Posts: 5,021 Forumite
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    No there is no advantage in fact it may cause issues during routing
  • bmewsd
    bmewsd Posts: 87 Forumite
    gotta agree with all the above. There's absolutely no advantage and more likely going to create problems.
  • Johnmcl7
    Johnmcl7 Posts: 2,839 Forumite
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    The wired connection is likely faster and more consistent than the wireless connection, I normally disable the wireless radio if the machine is connecting to the router via a cable to ensure it's using the latter connection.

    John
  • prowla
    prowla Posts: 13,988 Forumite
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    Wireless overrides wired on my PC.
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