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Can I Use VoIP on My Network

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  Can my internet handle VoIP? The Voice over Internet Protocol technology, as we know, allows users to make calls over the existing internet network or infrastructure. So how do we ascertain whether the networks available in our place will be able to support VoIP services? Also, what could be the requirements for the installation of a VoIP system? And what are the benefits and costs of VoIP? Let’s take a look at some of the key points that should be considered for VoIP to function on a particular network. Requirements for VoIP Network Internet Connection As we know that VoIP functions in conjunction with the internet so it is one of the main prerequisites for establishing VoIP communication. The options available include both wired internet infrastructure based on broadband services and wireless internet such as Wi-Fi modems. Both systems utilize their specific hardware to establish VoIP services. In the case of wired broadband services, Ethernet cables and VoIP gateway can be use...

What Makes Fiber Optic Cables Better Than Copper?

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  Fast, effective communication is critical for both success and convenience in the modern world. Central to this success is the part played by networks, these are used to transmit data over distances of any length to get information from A to B. These networks, however, need to be connected to relay this data; this is where cables are brought into the equation. Cables, of course, have been used to connect networks for decades, but the 21 century has seen the emergence of fibre optic cables as the industry benchmark. The Lowdown on Fiber Optic Cables  A fibre optic cable is a transparent strand – made from either glass or plastic – which is usually surrounded by a layer of cladding and then enclosed within a protective sheath to provide protection and insulation.  It’s along the fiber optic cables' inner strand that pulses of light are transmitted, these pulses can be generated by either LEDs or lasers. Thanks to the presence of the cladding surrounding the central strand...

What is Cat5e Cabling?

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  What is Cat5e Cabling? Cat 5e cable is a type of computer cabling. A cat5e cable consists of 8 strands of different colors terminated on either end with an STP or UTP RJ45 connector. Additionally, the purpose of the Cat5e cables is to carry voice and data signals between hubs, switches, routers, DSL/cable modems, and other network devices. The most common use for a Cat 5e Cable is connecting a PC to a router or modem provided by a broadband provider. Furthermore, It may also be used for networking computers throughout a house or office building. For example, in larger buildings, it's very common for the wiring cabinets where the telephone service enters the building to have jacks installed that are to connect with each individual desk or piece of hardware via a Cat5e network cabling London between the cabinet and user. What is Cat5e Cabling Specification Shielded Cable: U/UTP Conductors Unshielded: 4-pair (8 wire) Performance Characteristic Impedance 100 +/- 15 ohms @ 1 kHz Atte...