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The Hidden Danger of Cheap CCA Ethernet Cables
Hardware

The Hidden Danger of Cheap CCA Ethernet Cables

That cheap 50ft cable from Amazon might be a fire hazard. We explain the dangers of Copper Clad Aluminum (CCA) cables.

By DCSpeedTest Research Team October 28, 2025 • 5 min read
WiFi 7 Is Old News: Why WiFi 8 Changes Gaming
Hardware

WiFi 7 Is Old News: Why WiFi 8 Changes Gaming

Forget 320MHz channels. WiFi 8 introduces 'Ultra High Reliability' (UHR) which basically eliminates packet loss. Here's why esports pros are switching.

By DCSpeedTest Research Team October 3, 2025 • 4 min read
Hz vs Ms: Refresh Rate vs Ping Explained
Hardware

Hz vs Ms: Refresh Rate vs Ping Explained

You have a 360Hz monitor but 50ms ping. Which is the bottleneck? Understanding the relationship between frame time and latency.

By DCSpeedTest Research Team July 28, 2025 • 6 min read
Cat8 Ethernet Cable Myth: Do You Need It?
Hardware

Cat8 Ethernet Cable Myth: Do You Need It?

Marketing hype is out of control. Unless you have a 40Gbps server rack in your basement, that gold-plated Cat8 cable is a waste of money.

By DCSpeedTest Research Team July 13, 2025 • 5 min read
Why IPS Matters More Than DPI in Gaming Mice
Hardware

Why IPS Matters More Than DPI in Gaming Mice

Stop buying mice for 30,000 DPI. That number is useless. Let's talk about sensor malfunction speed (IPS) and click latency.

By DCSpeedTest Research Team June 20, 2025 • 5 min read