Is the network cable a twisted-pair cable or a fiber optic cable

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Optical fiber is ideal for high-speed, long-haul networks, while twisted pair cable suits local area networks and telephone systems. A Twisted Pair Cable and a Optical Fiber Cable are two types of a network cabling. This article explores the distinctive features of these three types of cables and the differences in their. Each medium offers unique advantages in terms of speed, distance, EMI resistance, power delivery, cost, and installation.

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