Fiber VS Copper Flashcards
Learn and Master the Differences and Uses (9 cards)
1
Q
CAT5e and CAT6 are the most common in data centers today.
A
COPPER
2
Q
UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair): Most common, no shielding, cheaper.
A
COPPER
3
Q
STP (Shielded Twisted Pair): Used in high-interference areas.
A
COPPER
4
Q
Max Length: 100 meters / 328 feet
A
COPPER
4
Q
Uses RJ45 connectors
A
COPPER
5
Q
Single Mode (yellow jacket): Long-distance, laser light, 9µm core
A
FIBER OPTICS
6
Q
Multi Mode (aqua/orange jacket): Short-distance, LED light, 50/62.5µm core
A
FIBER OPTICS
7
Q
Core difference is visible under magnification; jacket color helps identify.
A
FIBER OPTICS
8
Q
Used for backbone connections between network rooms/floors
A
FIBER OPTICS
