Wi-Fi vs LAN
When to use which, and why you really want a cable.
We provide both, but they are for different things.
Wired LAN (Ethernet)
Use for: Gaming, large downloads, stability.
- Every seat has a dedicated cable.
- Gigabit speed (usually).
- Lowest latency.
- Required for tournaments.
Wi-Fi
Use for: Phones, tablets, browsing on laptops while eating.
- Shared bandwidth.
- Higher latency and jitter.
- Subject to interference from hundreds of other devices.
- Do not game on Wi-Fi. You will lag, and you will blame the network, but it’s physics.
No Ethernet port?
If your laptop has no Ethernet port:
- Use a USB-to-Ethernet adapter.
- Ask around if you didn’t bring one; someone might have a spare.
- Use Wi-Fi as a last resort, but expect lag.