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No Ethernet? No Problem! Powerline, MoCA, and Wireless-N Kits Compared

If you're stuck with a Slingbox or SlingCatcher in a room without Ethernet and you need to use an Ethernet bridge of some sort, you'll have to choose between one of three major technologies to get the job done: powerline, wireless, and coax. Here are three different kits and how they stack up.

Recent Articles

No Ethernet? No Problem! Powerline, MoCA, and Wireless-N Kits Compared

by Matt Whitlock on June 25, 2009

Despite the ever increasing proliferation of devices and services that require a broadband connection to the Internet, the average home has one major flaw: no Ethernet. Even modern day new-construction often lacks the... More »

Getting to Know the Web Based SlingPlayer for Mac Public Beta

by NA9D on June 4, 2009

Sling Media has officially released a beta version of their web based SlingPlayer software for Mac OS X ! This player can be found by logging on to beta.sling.com and choosing the "Live... More »

SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone / iPod Touch Review

by NA9D on May 12, 2009

It is one of the most anticipated and debated SlingPlayer applications ever. Many have questioned if it would ever see the light of day - Would Apple approve it? Would Sling develop it... More »

Featured Article

SlingCatcher, Not Just For Streaming Video

by JPOPUSA on December 24, 2008 10:33 PM

Given the number of posts on this topic over the past few months, JPOPUSA wanted to share this simple, albeit creative, way to use SlingCatcher as a bridge between your PC to anything with a set of speakers and an audio input.

Topics: SlingCatcher Computers / Laptops / Netbooks