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Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy
So who wants to write the "Official" networking guide with available options for new joiners/buyers to the villages?
Seems like there are a few people who could write one, as these posts with people not reading all the way though 10 + and still responding to the initial question is very inefficient. Also there are various levels of networking understanding with the differences between a switch and a router and a modem and wireless access point capabilities.
must be written to be understood by a 5th grader. . since they are the grandchildren which you ask for help when they stop in and the first question you ask is "How do you operate this streaming device?"  and they will answer like a 5th grader
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Ok, I will keep it simple. If you are new to the area and fiber is available in your area, get fiber (does not matter which provider). Fiber is always the best choice.
If fiber is not available then things get more complicated. Both dsl and cable can be very reliable (but location dependent … best to see what service your neighbors use). Any generic recommendation/solution for one location may not apply at another.