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cable modem/wireless networks/energy saving
Can a cable modem and a wireless network be switched off at the mains at night to save energy without causing them any damage?
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there isn't an absolute answer to this.
the "on/off" debate has been running for years
broadband is described as "always on" and the provider's equipment may not like your end being switched on/off regularly.
dsl modems are notorious for using cheap power units ... they switch off ok .... but on can be a problem.
having said that it's greener to switch off ...
.... as long as you dispose of all your old units responsibly
the "on/off" debate has been running for years
broadband is described as "always on" and the provider's equipment may not like your end being switched on/off regularly.
dsl modems are notorious for using cheap power units ... they switch off ok .... but on can be a problem.
having said that it's greener to switch off ...
.... as long as you dispose of all your old units responsibly
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