With an Ethernet connection, should I also turn on WiFi?

Is there any point of activation of my WiFi connection with an ethernet cable plugged into my iMac?  My printer can easily be connected via the USB port, and if I understand correctly, iCloud shares with my other devices can take place via ethernet or WiFi connection.

My new iMac will be here next week and it's the only unresolved issue, I still have.

Thanks for all the information provided here.  I rarely post, but read the comments here regularly and am amazed at the help and support provided.

If that's what you're referring to:

iCloud Photo Sharing FAQ - Apple Support

You will need a cellular connection or WiFi for your iDevices; However, most of the time, this is accomplished by using a router that sends your (internet) signal throughout your home, your other devices to connect wirelessly. Thus, your Mac and your printer are good with Ethernet and, if you have a router (provided by your service provider internet or if you bought your own), you don't need WiFi enabled on your Mac. That's how I set it up at home.

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