Intro to unit 3a

What is the purpose of twisting wires in twisted pair cables?

• To increase data transfer speed

• To reduce electromagnetic interference

• To improve signal quality

• To make the cables more durable

What are the differences between Cat6 and Cat6a cables?

Cat6a cables can support up to ___ Gigabit Ethernet at longer distances.

Twisted pair cables are commonly used in Ethernet networks and ___ systems.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using coaxial cable for transmitting television signals?

• Advantages only

• Disadvantages only

• Both advantages and disadvantages

• None of the above

What is the main difference between STP and UTP cables?

• STP cables have an additional layer of shielding to protect against external interference, while UTP cables do not have this shielding.

• STP cables are more expensive than UTP cables.

• STP cables have a higher data transfer rate compared to UTP cables.

• STP cables are used for long-distance communication, while UTP cables are used for short-distance communication.

What is one advantage of coaxial cable in terms of data transmission?