Both wired and Wi-Fi connections give you access to internet service, but they each accomplish this goal in slightly different ways that are better suited for specific web-based activities. To identify the best solution for your household needs, here is what you need to know about the distinctions between these two options.

Wired

Internet service comes into the home through a fiber optic line, phone line or coaxial cable, which links to a modem.  With wired setups, you plug an ethernet cable into the modem to access the internet. This allows for a more direct connection and stabler speeds, which is ideal if you frequently download large files or participate in gaming activities from your devices, as there will be fewer interruptions and less lagging.

If you routinely deal with sensitive personal data, a wired connection is also less vulnerable to security breaches because it does not rely on wireless signals. 

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi transfers data via radio frequency signals emitted from a wireless router without the need for an ethernet connection. Devices with wireless capabilities communicate with the internet and, often, with one another. This means you can access internet services on multiple devices with one Wi-Fi connection. You also don't need to be in a specific physical location to get on the internet as long as your device can pick up the signal from the router.

A Wi-Fi connection is well-suited to general internet browsing and most streaming applications. It can also be beneficial if you have guests who want to be able to check their email or get online while visiting your home.

While any wireless network is less secure than a wired one, Wi-Fi technology has improved to be safe and reliable for general internet usage.

Whether you're in the market for wired internet service or Wi-Fi, Jamadots has the solutions you need. Also known as the Hiawatha Telephone Company, Ontonagon County Telephone Company and Midway Telephone Company, they serve the Munising, Ontonagon, Brimley, Newberry and Watton, MI, areas. They also provide home and business phone services, calling plans, and cable television. Technical support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call (906) 387-9911 to request a quote or visit them online to browse their residential internet products.