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(If you didnt know, gigabit+ ethernet adaptors dont require these as they automatically make normal cables work as crossover, this was for 10/100 adaptors)
Doesn't always work on older hardware. My PS2 doesn't connect to my new PC despite my PC having Gigabit Ethernet which can do auto switching.
Both ends need it
Nah
Then why are people saying only one end needs it?