Network switches come in two different flavors: managed, where you have some interface to configure and monitor the equipment, and unmanaged where the device just does what it is supposed to do ...

Such as whether the switch is managed or unmanaged, whether it has PoE, and if it has any ports that are faster than Gigabit, such as 10GbE.⇒ Become a channel member for exclusive features!

If you're looking to make upgrades to your home network without breaking the bank, an unmanaged switch might be a good idea.