Do I connect Apple TV ethernet cable to modem or wifi router?

Hello
I'm trying to find out what exactly Apple TV connects to when using an ethernet cable (instead of wifi): the internet modem or the wifi router connected to that modem? I can't find a clear answer to that question.
My wifi router (airport express) is connected to one of my modem ports with an ethernet cable (obviously).
- Can I connect my Apple TV to my modem similarly into one of my other free ports on my modem?
- Do I loose of the Apple TV features when I do that, or can I still stream my MabookPro or iPhone to my tv through Apple TV (does it have it's own wifi reception)?
Hope someone can give me some insight into that.
Thanks!
Chris

Connect it to your router. It's likely that your modem is also acting as a router (most ISP modems do this), so you effectively have two networks - but you want all your devices connected to the same network (the one that your wifi is created from, i.e. the router).
The AppleTV can connect wired or wireless, but if it's within cable distance of your router, it's always better to connect with a cable.
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