PLC devices have become one of the most popular network solutions, and the truth is that it is totally normal considering the value they offer and the difference they represent compared to classic Wi-Fi repeaters. Despite their popularity, and the time they have been with us, there are still people who are not entirely clear about what value they offer, and for this reason today I want to share with you this article, where we are going to review three advantages that explain everything by themselves. what a PLC device can do for you.
Before going into the subject I want remind you how PLC devices work. They are normally sold in kits of two units, the first is connected to the router and is installed in a socket, and the second unit is placed in another socket in the room closest to the area where we want to extend the range of our Internet connection. The signal is transmitted through the electrical network from the first device to the second, and both the installation and configuration processes are very simple.
Three advantages that define the value of PLC devices
1.-They are very easy to use
The fact that PLC devices work through the electrical network, and that it requires two units to work, continues to raise some doubts. There are still people who believe that this makes them difficult to use, and prone to problems, but actually the opposite occurs.
Using a PLC kit is very simple, you just have to connect the first unit to the router and install the second unit in the socket of the room where you want to take your Wi-Fi connection. Once done, the first unit will transmit your Internet connection through the electrical network and this will reach the second unit, without the need to go into complicated settings or additional configurations.
2.-They allow you to overcome large obstacles and sources of interference
PLC devices transmit the Internet connection through the electrical network, as we have already said, and this represents an important advantage since it makes is not affected by the obstacles we have at home, something that does happen when we use Wi-Fi repeaters, and that can end up greatly limiting their range.
Therefore, if we need to take our Internet connection to an area of our home that is surrounded by walls and obstacles, and also from sources of wireless interference, the best we can do is use PLC devices, because they will not be affected. These are also an excellent option if we want to cover long distances, such as if we want to take our Internet connection from the ground floor to an attic located on the second floor of a house.
3.-They can work wired and wireless
There are still people who believe that PLC devices limit us to using wired connections, but this is not true. Today we can buy solutions that include Wi-Fi repeater functionsand that they can work without problems in both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. This makes them a very complete option with which we will not have to give up anything.
Having these Wi-Fi repeat functions represents a very important advantage, since it will allow us to use a greater number of devices without having to pull cablesThese include smartphones, laptops, and other devices best enjoyed with the freedom of a wireless Internet connection.
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