
Network cable installation
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- Q1What is the maximum length of a standard Ethernet cable run to ensure reliable performance?200 meters150 meters100 meters75 meters30s
- Q2Which type of cable is commonly used for high-speed internet connections in homes?Fiber optic cableTwisted pair cableCoaxial cableShielded cable30s
- Q3What color code is typically used for the wiring in a T568A Ethernet cable termination?Green/White, Blue, Orange/White, Brown, Brown/White, Orange, Red/White, YellowGreen/White, Green, Orange/White, Blue, Blue/White, Orange, Brown/White, BrownBlue/White, Blue, Green/White, Orange, Orange/White, Brown, Red/White, BrownRed/White, Blue, Yellow/White, Black, Green/White, Orange, Brown/White, Brown30s
- Q4What is the main advantage of using shielded twisted pair (STP) cables over unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables?Reduced electromagnetic interferenceIncreased cable lengthLower costHigher data transmission speed30s
- Q5What is the primary purpose of a patch panel in network installations?To amplify signalsTo secure wireless connectionsTo organize and manage network cablesTo convert signals between types30s
- Q6What is the primary benefit of using fiber optic cables over copper cables in network installations?Lower installation costEase of handlingHigher bandwidth capacityIncreased flexibility30s
- Q7What is the primary purpose of using cable management in network installations?To organize and protect cablingTo reduce the number of cables neededTo enhance signal strengthTo increase cable length30s
- Q8What color code is typically used for the wiring scheme of Ethernet cables (TIA/EIA 568B)?Yellow and brown pairsOrange and green pairsRed and blue pairsGray and white pairs30s
- Q9What is meant by the term 'cross-talk' in network cables?A method for connecting cablesA type of cable connectorInterference from adjacent wiresA network configuration error30s
- Q10What is the primary advantage of using fiber optic cables over copper cables?Lower installation costsEasier to handle and installHigher bandwidth and faster speedsGreater flexibility in installation30s
- Q11What is the primary purpose of using twisted pair cables in Ethernet installations?To enhance data encryptionTo increase cable lengthTo support power over EthernetTo reduce electromagnetic interference30s
- Q12What is the main advantage of using shielded twisted pair (STP) cables over unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables?Longer cable lengthLower costGreater flexibilityBetter protection against interference30s
- Q13Which type of cable is most commonly used for connecting devices in a local area network (LAN)?HDMI cableFiber optic cableCoaxial cableEthernet cable30s
- Q14Which of the following is a key consideration when installing network cables in a building?Using only plastic cablesDrilling holes without checking for obstaclesMaking cables as long as possibleAvoiding running cables near electrical lines30s
- Q15What is the maximum length for a standard Ethernet cable without losing signal quality?200 meters50 meters100 meters150 meters30s