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What is the main difference between a hub and a switch?
What is the main difference between a hub and a switch?
- A switch enhances signal within the same LAN while a hub doesn't (correct)
- A hub is more intelligent than a switch
- A hub provides digital data transmission over cable TV infrastructure while a switch doesn't
- A switch forwards packets from one LAN to another while a hub doesn't
Which type of cable is used for telephone communications and most Ethernet networks?
Which type of cable is used for telephone communications and most Ethernet networks?
- Coaxial cable
- Satellite cable
- Fiber optic cable
- Twisted pair cable (correct)
What does a modem do?
What does a modem do?
- Transmits data over satellite
- Forwards packets from one LAN to another
- Enhances signal within the same LAN
- Converts analog signal to digital and vice versa (correct)
Which type of twisted-pair cable has each pair of wire wrapped in metallic foil to better shield the wires from noise?
Which type of twisted-pair cable has each pair of wire wrapped in metallic foil to better shield the wires from noise?
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What is the maximum range of UTP cables?
What is the maximum range of UTP cables?
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Why is STP more expensive and difficult to install compared to UTP?
Why is STP more expensive and difficult to install compared to UTP?
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What is the main difference between Category 3 and Category 5e cables?
What is the main difference between Category 3 and Category 5e cables?
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Which category of cable has a plastic divider to separate the pairs of wires?
Which category of cable has a plastic divider to separate the pairs of wires?
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What is the transmission rate of Category 5 cable?
What is the transmission rate of Category 5 cable?
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