Title: Compare the characteristics of connectors and cabling.
Course: Cybersecurity Systems Technology (10109-III) > Section: Exploring Networking

Comparison should include

- fiber
  - types (single-mode vs. multi-mode)
  - speed and transmission limitations

- twisted pair
  - types: STP, UTP, CAT3, CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6e, CAT7, plenum, permanent virtual circuit (PVC)
  - speed and transmission limitations
  - splitters and effects on signal quality

- coaxial
  - types: RG-6, RG-59
  - speed and transmission limitations
  - splitters and effects on signal quality.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What would be the major advantage of using single-mode fiber vs. multi-mode fiber?
- What was the first category cable to offer 10GBaseT?
- What is a reason for using plenum cable over PVC cable?