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Determining the proper physical media
Physical media come in two broad categories: conducted and radiated. Within these broad categories are many different physical implementations. Some professionals indicate that once you have determined your basic media---wiring, fiber optic cabling, etc.---the decision on the specific... -
New network installation
I am looking to install a network from scratch. I'm thinking it is better to pick one media and stick with it for ease of training, maintenance and support. However, different media are better at different things. Within a building I'm thinking of installing the new CAT6 cable; between...
