CNET 184 - CH 3b

An engineering organization that issues standards for electrical and electronic devices including network interfaces, cabling and connectors.

The amount of time a signal takes to travel from one end of a cable to the other.

A low-powered alternative for emitting data at optical frequencies.

Networks that require an unobstructed view, or clear line of sight, between the transmitter and receiver.

A fiber-optic connector that provides a high-density connection using two fiber-optic cables.

One of a number of fiber-optic cable connector types. _ _ _ connectors feature a seperate physical connector for each cable in a typical fiber-optic cable pair.

A short length (1 - 20 feet) of netowrk cable used to connect a computer's network interface card to a jack in the work area or to connect from a patch panel to a hub or switch in the wiring closet.

Elements of a wiring center in which separate cable runs are brought together.

Cable that has been burn-tested to make sure it doesnt emit toxic fumes or large amounts of smoke when incinerated.

Any interference caused by signals operating in the radio frequency range.