What are the differences between CAT-5, CAT-5e, and CAT-6 data cables?

Currently, CAT-5e and CAT-6 are the most commonly used. CAT-5 and CAT-5e (enhanced) both have bandwidth capabilities of 100Mhz. However, additional parameters are tested on CAT-5e systems to ensure they can support transmissions of up to Gigabit (1000MHz) Ethernet using all four pairs of the cable. Traditionally network systems have been carried on only two of the available pairs with few notable exceptions.

CAT-6 systems have a bandwidth of 200Mhz (with characteristics defined to 250Mhz). The improved performance of a CAT-6 system could support Gigabit Ethernet transmission using only 2 of the 4 pairs. This is likely to make Gigabit interfaces cheaper when running on CAT-6 systems although the cost of Gigabit Ethernet interfaces to run on Cat5e has already reduced considerably.

The other consideration is that within the lifetime of the cabling system, faster technologies may develop which require the higher bandwidth of CAT-6.

What is the main difference between CAT-3 and CAT-5 cables?

What does UTP stand for?

Unshielded Twisted Pair
 

What are the differences between ST, SC, LC, MTRJ, and FC Fiber connectors?

	The ST connector The ST connector, which uses a bayonet locking system, is the most common connector.
	The SC connector The SC connector features a molded body and a push-pull locking system.
	The LC connector The LC connector, a small-form factor connector, features a ceramic ferrule and looks like a mini SC connector.
	The MTRJ connector The MTRJ connector, a small form RJ style connector, features a molded body and uses cleave-and-leave splicing.
	The FC connector The FC connector is a threaded connector used in high-vibration environments.

What is the difference between Singlemode and Multimode fibre?

Singlemode fiber: has a much smaller core, only about 9 microns (a micron is one one millionth of a meter), and is used for telephony and CATV with laser sources at 1300 and 1550 nm. It can go very long distances at very high speeds.

Multimode fiber: has a bigger core (almost always 62.5 microns, but sometimes 50 microns) and is used with LED sources at wavelengths of 850 and 1300 nm for short distance, lower speed networks like LANs.

What are rollouts?

Rollouts are company-wide installs, upgrades, remodels, or anything else that is conducted throughout an organization that brings a uniform look and feel across the board.

For instance, a rollout may consist of the addition of kiosks throughtout a chain of department stores. The kiosks are tide into a common network allowing personel and the general public access to the many products, services, and features available.

Another example of a rollout may involve new additions within an organization that may have more than one office location across a particular region and/or the nation.

Baker-Driver Communications specializes in seeing that every detail of a rollout be followed through in it's entirety. JCPenney, The Home Depot, and Bank Of America are just a few examples of companies that we have conducted rollouts for.

What is a wireless network and how can it benefit our organization?

Wireless Technology, often referred to as Wi-Fi, has erupted onto the scene of communications networks in recent years. Still a relatively new technology, Wi-Fi has taken the world by storm and is expected to continue to grow exponentially.

With new advancements in speed and security, wireless networks will bring more freedom and flexibility to the work environment. What this means is that it enables existing systems that are already a part of a network, the ability to move to a new location without having to move a hard-wired connection. It also allows for growth as more systems are added, which in turn makes this a very cost-effective solution for your organization.

What is a Blog?

Blog is short for weblog which was originally defined as a Web Log of site activity. A weblog is a journal that is frequently updated and intended for general public consumption. Blogs generally represent the personality of the author or the Web site.