CHAPTER 3Cables and Connectors: Objective 1.3: Summarize the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution.

This chapter examines the various types of cables and connectors technicians encounter in their work, as well as the standards that dictate how to install them. These are fundamental networking concepts mentioned in many questions on the Network+ exam.

In this chapter, you'll learn everything you need to know about Network+ Objective 1.3, including the following topics:

  • Copper
  • Fiber
  • Connector types
  • Cable management
  • Ethernet standards

CABLE TYPES

Wireless local area networking is enormously popular today, especially in residential installations, but cabled LANs are still an essential ...

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