The Fiber Optic vs Copper UTP Enigma
Sep 15, 2022

The Fiber Optic vs Copper UTP Enigma

Confused between fiber optic & copper cabling? The costs, the strengths, the weaknesses of each? The following article and accompanying...
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Singlemode vs Multimode Fiber Optic Cable
Sep 12, 2022

Singlemode vs Multimode Fiber Optic Cable

This guide explores the key differences between single mode and multimode fiber optic cable, including their light transmission characteristics, physical...
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Shielded vs. Unshielded Cable
Sep 08, 2022

Shielded vs. Unshielded Cable

Installing data networking cable? Learn the differences and similarities of Shielded vs. Unshielded cable to find which one is the right fit...
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Basic Network Cable Troubleshooting: What Did I Do Wrong?
Sep 01, 2022

Basic Network Cable Troubleshooting: What Did I Do Wrong?

Let me tell you about a recent experience I had…I did a favor for a friend. I would like to...
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How To:  Reterminate an IDC Connector
Aug 18, 2022

How To: Reterminate an IDC Connector

Sometimes when you terminate an Ethernet cable, the termination just doesn’t turn out right. Maybe it fails a test, or...
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Ethernet Cable Lingo
Aug 04, 2022

Ethernet Cable Lingo

Often people who install Ethernet cable use terms they expect others that are “in the know” to understand. What about...
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Terminating Cat6A Shielded Direct Burial Ethernet for Performance
Jul 28, 2022

Terminating Cat6A Shielded Direct Burial Ethernet for Performance

4K HDBASE-T and 10G Internet over coaxial is here, and you should be ready for it! Up until now, our...
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Cleaning Fiber Optic End Faces: Contamination Sources and Cleaning Methods
Jul 23, 2022

Cleaning Fiber Optic End Faces: Contamination Sources and Cleaning Methods

This guide examines the importance of clean fiber optic end faces for preventing signal loss. It explores common sources of...
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The Internet of Things: Real Time Location Services
Jul 21, 2022

The Internet of Things: Real Time Location Services

As you are probably already aware, the Internet isn’t just for people anymore. Nowadays there are actually more devices operating...
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