Networking Practical: Connectors and Transmission Media
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What is a disadvantage of UTP cable compared to other types of cabling?

  • Limited to a maximum segment length of 185 meters
  • Susceptible to interference (correct)
  • Requires hubs between stations
  • More expensive than STP
  • Which type of cable has shielding around the cable to protect it from external interference?

  • Thicknet
  • STP (correct)
  • Fiber optic
  • UTP
  • What is a characteristic of coaxial cabling that makes it more challenging to install compared to UTP or STP?

  • Limited to a maximum segment length of 100 meters
  • Requires hubs between stations
  • Less flexible and thicker (correct)
  • Higher cost per foot
  • Which type of cable does not require hubs between stations on the LAN?

    <p>Coaxial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an advantage of using fiber optic cable for data transmission?

    <p>Greater protection from interference and crosstalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of twisting wires in a twisted-pair cable?

    <p>Reduces crosstalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do twisted-pair cables have wires that come in pairs?

    <p>To reduce crosstalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of UTP cabling in electronic communications?

    <p>To guard against signal interference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is UTP cabling preferred over other types for various electronic communications?

    <p>It helps reduce crosstalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the twisting of wires in twisted-pair cables help protect the signal?

    <p>Enhances magnetic cancellation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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