I adore this $13 ethernet switch so much, I bought 3 of them

The article discusses the importance of wired ethernet connections for various smart home and home entertainment devices, and the author's recommendation of a $13 TP-Link ethernet switch. Key points: - Many smart devices, such as the Philips Hue Bridge, Apple TV, and gaming consoles, perform better with a wired ethernet connection. - The author has purchased three of the TP-Link 5-port gigabit ethernet switches, which are currently on sale for $12.99, a 35% discount. - The author uses these switches to connect their PC, Philips Hue Bridge, HDHomeRun TV tuner, Raspberry Pi devices, Apple TV, PlayStation 5, and Denon receiver, ensuring reliable and smooth performance. - Setting up the unmanaged TP-Link switches is straightforward, as they only require connecting the link port to a nearby Wi-Fi router or mesh hub and plugging in the ethernet devices. - The author has been using these TP-Link switches for years without any issues and highly recommends them for expanding ethernet connectivity in smart home and home theater setups.