Quiz: Network Cables and Connectors

Which of the following is a common use for coaxial cables?

• Ethernet

• Fiber optic networks

• Cable television

• Telephone lines

What is the main disadvantage of using coaxial cable?

• High susceptibility to interference

• High cost

• Limited flexibility

• Difficult to install

Which connector is used with Ethernet cables?

• RJ-11

• F-type

• RJ-45

• SC

What does "Cat" stand for in Ethernet cables such as Cat 5e and Cat 6?

• Cable type

• Category

• Carrier

• Capacity

Which cable is most commonly used in modern Ethernet networks?

• Coaxial

• Fiber optic

• Twisted pair

• Serial

Which cable category is best for speeds up to 10 Gbps over distances up to 100 meters?

What is the purpose of the shielding in a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable?

• Increase signal strength

• Reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI)

• Increase bandwidth

• Provide physical protection

Which fiber optic cable type is used for long-distance communication?

• Single-mode

• Multi-mode

• Cat 7

• Coaxial

Which type of cable is best for high-speed data transmission over very long distances?

• UTP

• STP

• Coaxial

• Fiber optic

Which connector is commonly used with fiber optic cables?

• F-type

• RJ-45

• ST

• RJ-11