Module 9 Physically Connecting Network Devices Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What two types of copper cable are you most likely to see in networking?
A
Cooper cable and twisted pair cables
2
Q
Coax cables are designed to protect against?
A
electromagnetic interference(EMI)
3
Q
Describe electromagnetic interference (EMI)
A
EMI is caused by radio waves being picked up from another cable carrying a signal, resulting in signal degradation.
4
Q
Explain Impedance
A
5
Q
What can a twitsted pair of copper cables help reduce?
A
electromagnetic interference(EMI)
6
Q
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7
Q
Does unshielded mean in Twisted pair cabling?
A
UTP means that no additional foil is added for EMI shielding
8
Q
Describe STP Shielded Twisted Pair cabling
A
Has an addint