can anyone help me im thinking of switching to mains networking having read about it at the moment i am on wired ethernet ... can someone give me the pros and cons of both so i can way them up .... ive checked out a load of web sites but i always think its best to get peoples opinions ....

Now, I don't use any wires at all - I'm very pleased with wireless networking. If you don't want wires at and/or you have a laptop you want to use anywhere in the house, wireless is the best [and often cheapest] option.

However, if you're comparing Ethernet and mains networking:
*Ethernet
Pros:
Easy to set up
Fast data rate
Not affected by interferance
Cons:
Networking equipment can be expensive
You'll need to install additional wiring
Cables can get expensive too

*Mains
Pros:
No wiring involved
Access wherever there is a plug
Easy to set up
Cons:
Equipment is usually expensive
Affected by interference on your mains circuit - e.g hairdryer or thermostat
May add cost to your electricity bill

Personally if it was me, I'd choose wireless - but if that was not an option, Ethernet.
The only reason that I think someone would choose mains is when they want to cover a large area but can't lay cables, for example if they lived in a listed building.

I hope that helps, and if you have any more questions do not hesitate to ask them.

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thanks for that ... i can't use wirless as i live in a flat and find i get too much interference ... so maybe ill stay with the ethernet ... just wanted to get rid of all the wires as just had a wooden floor put down thru out and theres cables everywhere :-(