Cabling is one of the more complicated areas of learning the basics of networking because there are so many options to choose from. Each have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Networking cables can be hard to choose from. Cabling is one of the more complicated areas when learning the basics of networking because there are so many options to choose from. Each have their own advantages and disadvantages. We’ve talked about the benefits of fiber optic cabling, but there are many other options, and one of those options is coaxial cabling. It’s important to know everything about your cabling choices so you can make the right, informed choice for your business. Read on to find out the differences between coaxial and fiber optic cabling.
Coaxial Cabling
As a conventional metal wire, there are four components involved; the wire itself, some kind of insulation, a mesh conductive material, all wrapped up in a layer of outside insulation. Because of this, coaxial cables are thick and resistant to damage, which is important regarding metal wires; they can be easily damaged when exposed to elements. It’s a great alternative to an ethernet cable. It’s also pretty inexpensive compared to other options, while remaining durable. Bending or looping the cable does nothing to restrict the actual network capability. It’s a good option if you’re looking for networking capabilities within a small business.
Fiber Optic Cabling
Where coaxial cables are made of metal and wire, fiber optic cabling is made with light and plastic. Have you ever seen a fiber optic decoration? They are made of small, plastic tubes that transmit light quickly through to the other end. Fiber optic cables use light to transmit networking information. There are several advantages to this; for one, it never gets hot, so there’s no risk of fire. It’s also faster, so it’s a good choice for larger businesses who need a higher bandwidth speeds. There’s the added advantage, also, of no electrical signals being sent through the wire. This means that electromagnetic interference is not an issue! There will be far less network interruptions because of this.
No matter what you choose, ACC Telecom is here to install it for you.
A thorough VoIP readiness assessment performed by ACC Telecom will reveal all the potential performance problems so they can be addressed before your VoIP system is deployed.
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