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Network Network cables are used for short distances
in local area networks like PCs, routers and
cables switches. On the other hand, optical fibre
cables are mainly used for long distances or
for applications requiring high bandwidth or
electrical isolation.
However, network cables are also often used
in larger network installations in wiring
closets/rack cabinets together with
optical fibre network cables.

Twisted
pair

Shielding Twisted pair

There are two basic types of network cables: ‘Twisted pair’ is a network cable containing
Shielded and unshielded. crossed-over, twisted, or stranded/solid pairs of
cores.
U Unshielded
F Foil shield This twisting in pairs works as an electrically
S Braided shield conductive shield to avoid interference from
SF Braided and foil shield external cables by magnetic alternating
neighbouring pairs of conductors within the cable.