Chapter2

Cabling and Topology

“I’m not crazy. My mother had me tested!”

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In this chapter, you will learn how to

Explain the different types of network topologies

Describe the different types of network cabling and connectors

Describe the IEEE networking standards

Every network must provide some method to get data from one system to another. In most cases, this method consists of some type of cabling running between systems, although most networks today incorporate wireless methods to move data as well. Stringing those cables brings up a number of critical issues you need to understand to work on a network. How ...

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