In a major industry shift, fiber-cabling shipments will exceed those of copper by 2008, according to a market forecast. Between 2000 and 2006, the structured cabling system (SCS) market for both fiber ...

The maturation of communications technologies and the expansion of industry standards relating to cabling systems and protocols have made facilities and IT managers hungry for a single cabling system ...

Network cable densities are increasing every day. With floor space always at a premium, the average rack cable density and its management is becoming more critical. Technology refreshes also create ...

Fiber is fast, but twisted pair is evolving with Category 8, and the RJ-45 is a cornerstone of data center networks Twisted-pair copper cabling is a cornerstone of data center infrastructure, and the ...

The IEEE 802.3an 10GBASE-T committee is currently finishing the specification for 10G Ethernet on twisted pair copper cabling. The specification will be ratified as an Ethernet 802.3 standard by June ...

This vendor-written tech primer has been edited by Network World to eliminate product promotion, but readers should note it will likely favor the submitter’s approach. Direct cable connections between ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. EXTON, Pa.—The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) and its global arm, the ...

Amid all the interest in Cloud Computing, Big Data, the Internet of Things, and wireless connectivity in industrial applications, one thing is certain—cables are not disappearing any time soon. Though ...

Whether you're an installer, contractor or end-user, understanding the significance of certification is vital to ensuring the reliability, performance and longevity of your cabling infrastructure. In ...