Are all network/ethernet cables the same?
LAN connections! All we know is: get a wire, plug it in and you are good to go. And when the wires stop working, get another one, another regular one! Because all the networking cables or ethernet cables are the same, right? Wrong! One of the most common misconceptions about networking cables is that they are all the same. But stop and think for a second. How many times have you blamed the Wi-Fi connection for poor connectivity or slow speed? Same story with wiring networks. Poor quality cables can lead to poor connectivity, reduced speeds, and in some cases, they might damage your system through the connected port and render it useless. Consider the following factors while buying a new networking or ethernet cable: Quality Matters The networking cables are named following the industry guidelines and standards. The term used for this is “Cat” which means Category. This key piece of information provides an idea about the capability of the networking cables, most impor