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TomDlgns
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- Oct 24, 2004
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i didn't even bother to read the FAQs, the recommend wired testing, which i wanted to test since the console is hard wired
Should I test bufferbloat over ethernet or WiFi?
Ethernet is generally a better choice.
Here's why:
Bufferbloat happens any time data packets traveling to and from the Internet reach a buffer. Buffers are used to control the flow of data whenever there is a change in the bandwidth of the conenction, or "the size of the pipe." So, for example, a buffer is needed when a fast router is connected to a slow cable modem.
If you're connecting over WiFi, the "size of the pipe" actually changes three times. So there are actually three buffers. Looking at the download path, there is:
A buffer between your cable, DSL, LTE, satellite or fiber modem and your router;
A buffer between your router and the WiFi access point (which may both be in the same physical box);
A buffer between your phone or laptop's WiFi chipset and the actual computer.
By connecting with an ethernet cable, you're eliminating the second and third buffers, allowing you to specifically isolate your "modem to router bufferbloat." This is generally the most important buffer since it impacts every device on the network.
It's also worth testing WiFi bufferbloat on different devices. If you notice high bufferbloat, it may be worth upgrading either your access points and/or your devices.
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How does bufferbloat affect gaming?
Latency is incredibly important for many online games. When your network is suffering from bufferbloat, the latency will spike, causing noticeable delays, or “lag.” Severe bufferbloat will affect your performance against the other players and your enjoyment of the game. Despite this impact, many routers that advertise themselves as “gaming routers” lack the critical feature to address bufferbloat. Be sure to check out our router recommendations above.
Should I test bufferbloat over ethernet or WiFi?
Ethernet is generally a better choice.
Here's why:
Bufferbloat happens any time data packets traveling to and from the Internet reach a buffer. Buffers are used to control the flow of data whenever there is a change in the bandwidth of the conenction, or "the size of the pipe." So, for example, a buffer is needed when a fast router is connected to a slow cable modem.
If you're connecting over WiFi, the "size of the pipe" actually changes three times. So there are actually three buffers. Looking at the download path, there is:
A buffer between your cable, DSL, LTE, satellite or fiber modem and your router;
A buffer between your router and the WiFi access point (which may both be in the same physical box);
A buffer between your phone or laptop's WiFi chipset and the actual computer.
By connecting with an ethernet cable, you're eliminating the second and third buffers, allowing you to specifically isolate your "modem to router bufferbloat." This is generally the most important buffer since it impacts every device on the network.
It's also worth testing WiFi bufferbloat on different devices. If you notice high bufferbloat, it may be worth upgrading either your access points and/or your devices.
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How does bufferbloat affect gaming?
Latency is incredibly important for many online games. When your network is suffering from bufferbloat, the latency will spike, causing noticeable delays, or “lag.” Severe bufferbloat will affect your performance against the other players and your enjoyment of the game. Despite this impact, many routers that advertise themselves as “gaming routers” lack the critical feature to address bufferbloat. Be sure to check out our router recommendations above.
no fukking shit the throughput drops. youre shaping your traffic.
