Troubleshooting Other Physical Network Issues
A number of different network communication issues could arise when you’re troubleshooting network issues; as a result, the Network+ exam is heavy on troubleshooting. Following are popular issues that deal with the physical network:
• Crosstalk (near end and far end) This term refers to interference from adjacent wires. If you experience a lot of signal degradation, it could be due to crosstalk. To fix the problem, try using another cable type that has more shielding.
• Attenuation This refers to the degradation of the signal as it travels great distances. If you cannot communicate with a system that is too far away, you might have exceeded the maximum cable length for that type of cable. ...
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