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Practical articles on Ethernet and USB cabling: categories, shielding, jackets, connectors and how to specify the right cable for a project.
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Ethernet cables connect devices to local (LAN) and wide area networks. A plain-language guide to the categories, shielding types, and ratings that matter when you specify a cable.
Rakesh Kurhade 14 min read
The two terms are often used interchangeably — but they describe the cabling of a network from slightly different angles. Here is the practical difference and when each term applies.
Rakesh Kurhade 10 min read
A LAN connects digital devices within a limited area — an office, a building, a home. A short primer on how local networks are wired and why the cabling choice matters.
Rakesh Kurhade 11 min read
