Bulk Ethernet by the Reel: Where to Buy, What Size, Is It Worth It?

Moving into a new apartment and tired of the cable graveyard? This episode breaks down where to actually buy bulk Ethernet cable by the reel — from Monoprice to electrical supply houses — and what spool sizes make sense for a renter. We crunch the numbers on cost per foot, tool investment, and the hidden waste of pre-made cables. Plus: why copper-clad aluminum is the gas station sushi of networking, and why fiber is a completely different conversation.