These devices can take a singular incoming Ethernet connection and make it accessible to multiple users at the same time. To get around that problem, you can use an Ethernet splitter, or rather, an Ethernet switch. But as modern devices trim their ports, getting access to an Ethernet connection isn't always easy – especially if you have lots of colleagues looking to take advantage of scant ports on the local router. If you want the most stable and speedy connection, there's still no beating Ethernet. Facebook Twitter Google + LinkedIn Pinterest Email Share.