I have found these streaming devices have terrible buffering (ie Streamsmart). I know that has to do with download speed. What is the best way to go with this one, Comcast (coax) or Century Link (RJ-45)? null

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JohnnyG2013 · Accepted Answer

I have had Comcast for a few years to this point, i just got a Shield a few weeks ago when I still had Comcast with a 70 megabit connection, the Shield worked perfectly with that, even with two people in the house watching on two streaming boxes at the same time. The other streaming box is an Apple TV 4th Gen (non 4k)

Answered by JohnnyG2013 7 years ago

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James · Answer

Either one. They both use rj cable. I propably go with comcast. They have better Internet service.

James · Answer

The best way to connect a device like this is via Ethernet. 
The technology you are describing is the technology used to connect you to the ISP (internet). Either one of these will work as this connection should be connected to a modem, modem/router combo unit. The shield should be connected to the router directly or via a switch.

AroundCircles · Answer

Buffering is part of streaming on any device. Try going into your device settings and making minor adjustments. Also it depends on the servers of whom your trying to stream from and not to mention the time of day. Its not all cut and dry when it comes to devices and your ISP

Answered by AroundCircles 7 years ago

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Daniel58 · Answer

Hi Brian,
 I have the shield and Verizon FIOS with 150 meg up and down and I do not notice a buffering issue. What I do have is an issue with it freezing up when watching you-tube TV. I think I have found the 'fix' though. The shield just goes to 'sleep' when I change HDMI ports, it never really turns off so about twice a week I go in and have it 'restart' itself and I seem to be fine for a few days. I would go with the highest up/download speed which I believe is provided by coax, but Comcast never matches up / down speeds like Verizon. I have Comcast at work and we are not very happy with it.

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