Hannah Stryker \/ MakeUseOf "" data-is-feature-img="true"> Credit:  Hannah Stryker / MakeUseOf Published May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT Pankil is a Civil Engineer turned freelance writer from Ahmedabad, India. As a long-time Windows and Android user, he has extensive knowledge of both operating systems and specializes in creating how-tos and troubleshooting guides.    Pankil has been writing about Windows, Android, and iOS since 2021. He has written over 1200 articles across reputable publications like MakeUseOf, GuidingTech , and TechWiser .   Outside of his writing endeavors, Pankil is an avid football fan and loves to plan his international travels with his wife in his free time. Ethernet has long been seen as the gold standard for a fast and reliable internet connection. Plug it in, and you get the best performance possible. And while Ethernet is great for desktop PCs, gaming consoles, and NAS systems, it doesn’t always make sense for every device in your home.…