Networking Fundamentals

Summary

In this chapter, we concentrated on the physical connections between devices. We began this chapter by looking at what is, arguably, legacy cabling in the form of coaxial. We then moved on to the most common form of cabling in use today, that is, the twisted pair. We finished off this chapter by looking at fiber optic cables. For each of the cable types, we discussed the various different characteristics and connectors they have.

Through this chapter, you have learned how to identify the different cable types that are available to network engineers and the ability to choose the most appropriate cabling for your use. You also learned how to wire twisted pair cables in various formats. While you can obviously acquire this cabling off ...