>>>I ran the Windows network diagnostic and its saying Ethernet doesn't have a valid IP configuration.
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>>Just curious (not trying to be a wise guy, just curious), why not just go with wireless?
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>Speed would be one obvious answer ? (But I see that that's not Nick's reason)

I'm probably spoiled because I have FIOS and a very strong router.

When I used wired on my desktop, I get about 85 mbps down and about 80 up.

When I use wireless in nearly any part of the house (or even on the front or back porch) I still get about 80-85 down and nearly 80 up, even when using multiple wireless devices.

I wasn't aware of any health hazards associated with wireless. As much as I've used wireless for over a decade, I'd probably have permanent brain damage (though a few people might think that about me anyway) :)