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CAT 5/6

CAT 5/6

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What is CAT 5/6?

Category 5 (Cat 5) and Category 6 (Cat 6) are twisted pair cables used for computer networks. Cat 5 is an older standard, capable of handling data transfer speeds up to 100 Mbps, while Cat 6 is a newer standard designed for Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps) and higher speeds, offering better performance and reduced crosstalk. They are commonly used to connect computers, routers, and other network devices in homes, offices, and data centers.

What other technologies are related to CAT 5/6?

CAT 5/6 Competitor Technologies

Coaxial cable is an alternative transmission medium.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 16% (192) of relevant job posts
Fiber optic cable is an alternative transmission medium with greater bandwidth and distance capabilities.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 4% (339) of relevant job posts
Fiber optic cable is an alternative transmission medium.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 2% (226) of relevant job posts
Coaxial cable is an alternative transmission medium.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 3% (99) of relevant job posts
Fiber optic cabling is an alternative transmission medium.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 5% (65) of relevant job posts
RF (Radio Frequency) communication is an alternative transmission method.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 0% (73) of relevant job posts

CAT 5/6 Complementary Technologies

Video matrix switchers often use CAT5/6 cabling for signal transmission.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 85% (62) of relevant job posts
Punch down blocks are used for terminating CAT5/6 cables.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 77% (65) of relevant job posts
Video scalers are often used in conjunction with video distribution systems that utilize CAT5/6 cabling.
mentioned alongside CAT 5/6 in 68% (62) of relevant job posts

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