When Lightning Strikes! Ethernet Data Cable and Lightning Protection
Mar 08, 2023

When Lightning Strikes! Ethernet Data Cable and Lightning Protection

You can’t stop lightning. When the difference in electrical potential energy between the clouds and the ground becomes great enough,...
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Into the Great Outdoors: Running Ethernet Cable Outside
Mar 02, 2023

Into the Great Outdoors: Running Ethernet Cable Outside

Direct burial rated means the cable jacket is thicker and therefore tough. It can withstand burial into the ground, either...
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The Best Ethernet Cable for Gaming
Feb 16, 2023

The Best Ethernet Cable for Gaming

You want to frag—not lag! Pick the wrong Ethernet cable, and you may get killed on the virtual battlefield fast....
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Cat6 Ethernet Cable: Which Ethernet Cables to Buy for Your Application
Jan 26, 2023

Cat6 Ethernet Cable: Which Ethernet Cables to Buy for Your Application

Cat6 Ethernet cable is a cost-effective option for smart home installations, enterprise networks and electronic labs. It has more stringent...
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Obey the Bend: Calculating Wire Bend Radius
Jan 12, 2023

Obey the Bend: Calculating Wire Bend Radius

A long time ago, when I was first running Ethernet cabling, I was told by an older installer that the...
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Top 5 Things to Consider When Running Ethernet Cable
Jan 05, 2023

Top 5 Things to Consider When Running Ethernet Cable

So, you want to wire up a network with Ethernet cable. You figure you need Ethernet cable, connectors of some...
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T568a vs T568b, Which to Use
Dec 29, 2022

T568a vs T568b, Which to Use

Data cabling, it can be confusing sometimes. If you are just getting started on your network, or if you need...
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Solid vs. Stranded Ethernet Cable
Dec 08, 2022

Solid vs. Stranded Ethernet Cable

Copper conductors are key for installing ethernet cables but learning the difference between solid vs. stranded ethernet cables makes for a smooth installation.
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Print & Go DIY Cable Installation Tool Checklist
Dec 01, 2022

Print & Go DIY Cable Installation Tool Checklist

Getting your home or small business network in place is easier than you might think. The primary obstacle for many...
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