Straight-through Cables

Straight-through cables are often referred to as _____.

• Crossover cables

• Ethernet cables

• Patch cables

• RJ-45 cables

Straight-through cables are primarily used to connect _______.

• Similar devices

• Dissimilar devices

• Wireless devices

• Printers only

Which wiring scheme is commonly used for straight-through cables?

• T568A

• T568B

• T569A

• T569B

The T568B wiring scheme for straight-through cables uses which color coding for the wires?

• Blue, orange, green, brown

• Green, orange, brown, blue

• Brown, blue, orange, green

• Orange, blue, green, brown

Which type of connector is commonly used with straight-through cables?

• RJ-11

• RJ-45

• BNC

• SC

Which network cable in the choices given below can make a straight through connection?

• Coaxial cable

• Electrical fiber cable

• Optical fiber cable

• UTP pair cable

How can you test the continuity and functionality of a straight-through cable?

• Measure cable length with a meter

• Check for physical damage on the cable

• Use a cable tester to check for proper connectivity

• Connect the cable to a device and check for internet access

When would you typically use a straight-through cable?

• When connecting a computer to a switch

• When connecting two computers directly

• When connecting two routers directly

• When connecting two switches together

What is the purpose of maintaining consistency in the wiring scheme for both ends of a straight-through cable?

• Ensure proper cable length

• Prevent signal interference

• Improve network security

• Enable correct device communication

How can a solid understanding of straight-through cables benefit you in networking scenarios?

• Facilitate faster internet speeds

• Improve network security

• Enable efficient device communication

• Reduce cable clutter