
ACS - Cables, connectors, and ports (CCNA Prep)
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What does the IEEE 802.3 standard define?

What is the primary advantage of fiber-optic cables over copper UTP cables?

While copper cables typically support up to ___________ meters, fiber-optic cables can transmit data over tens of kilometers, making them ideal for long-distance communication.

Which cable type is most commonly used for connecting end devices like PCs to switches in an office environment?
What is the maximum cable length supported by 100BASE-T connections over copper UTP cables?
100BASE-T, also known as ___________ __________________, supports a maximum cable length of 100 meters over copper UTP cables
What does the "T" in 1000BASE-T signify?
Which of the following devices typically transmits data on pins 3 and 6 and receives data on pins 1 and 2 in Ethernet networks?

Which of the following devices typically transmits data on pins 3 and 6 and receives data on pins 1 and 2 in Ethernet networks?
Which feature allows modern networking equipment to automatically adjust pin usage, eliminating the need for crossover cables?
Which organization is responsible for defining Ethernet standards?
Which type of fiber-optic cable supports the longest transmission distances?
What does the "8P8C" designation refer to in networking?
Which type of twisted pair cable lacks a metallic shield to protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI)?
Which of the following Ethernet standards supports a speed of 10 Gbps over copper cables?
What is the maximum cable length supported by 10GBASE-T connections over Cat 6a cables?
What is the primary purpose of twisting pairs of wires in UTP cables?

What unit is used to measure the speed of network connections?
Which Ethernet standard uses all four wire pairs in a UTP cable for data transmission?
What does the term "BASE" in Ethernet standards like 100BASE-T represent?
Which type of fiber-optic cable typically uses LED transmitters and supports shorter distances?
Which connector type is commonly used with UTP Ethernet cables?

What is the primary disadvantage of copper UTP cables compared to fiber-optic cables?
What is the typical core material used in fiber-optic cables?

In Ethernet networking, what does "1000" in 1000BASE-T represent?
Which component of a fiber-optic cable reflects light along the core to prevent signal loss?

Which IEEE standard defines Wi-Fi networks?

Which device is most commonly connected to a switch using a straight-through cable?
What is the primary function of an SFP transceiver in networking?

What does SFP stand for?

Which of the following best describes the purpose of EMI shielding in cables?
1 kilobit (kb) = ____________ bits
1 megabit (Mb) = _______________ bits
1 gigabit (Gb) = ____________ bits
Some common units of measuring bits are: