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Yeah, it's that cost that is the problem. If I'm paying over a hundred bucks for a switch I might as well go higher and consider 10gbps options. 2.5gbps hardwa
by Dalewyn 4y ago
Yeah, it's that cost that is the problem. If I'm paying over a hundred bucks for a switch I might as well go higher and consider 10gbps options.
2.5gbps hardware need to come down to at least the $30 to $40 dollar range if they want to make any sense. Otherwise, they'll stay as niche hardware specifically for diehard enthusiasts or specific professionals only.
- BenjiWiebe 4y agoThe NICs can be had for $20 (pretty sure I saw a $11 one the other day but can't find it right now on mobile).
- Dalewyn 4y agoThe NICs are reasonable now, yes. The issue is the thing on the other side of the cable; 2.5gbps switches and routers need to come down in price.