I have an old ethernet CAT5 cable. I see they sell ethernet cables in the store.  Will one of these cables they sell in the Apple Store give me  a better connection, especially since my ethernet cable is pretty much destroyed.

Is the CAT6 ethernet cable they sell good for the regular MBP to ethernet outlet or is buying this a waste of money?  My ethernet CAT5 is really old, broken, and I can't beleive anything can move by the twists and knots it has in the cable. would it be better to purchase one of these tht I see in the store?

I have a ethernet cable that is at least 10 years old, and I use it all the time.  Nevertheless, if you want to buy one, just order the cheapest one you can find.  I don't think the Apple Store sells ethernet cables that are somehow better than any other ones. 
Of course, they make the best smartphone out there!

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