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The History of RJ45 Connectors

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Primarily used with Ethernet cables, RJ45 connectors are particularly effective at helping to wire up network connections, while also connecting switches and patch panels. The history of RJ45 connectors can be traced back to early telephone standards, and the development of RJ, or Registered Jack connections, as a way of connecting computer networks through eight pin components and wiring from different types of cable speeds. Also known as 8P8C connectors, RJ45s have become the standard for connecting up networks, and are typically used with twisted pair wiring in cables. Braided and solid wire variants can also be found for RJ45s, which can be set up to be attached to the end of Ethernet cables before they enter into other devices and switches. In most cases, though, RJ45 connectors are used as the terminating point of a solid Ethernet cable, as well as with patch leads connecting devices across short distances. The 8P8C standard particularly goes back to telecommunications poli...

Pros and cons of ADSL services

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Wired internet connections and modems are long gone with the success of DSL devices, ADSL came into play. ADSL stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line and it is actually an up to date day router which commits you for fast internet connectivity. To make you understand better and to be précised there are four ways in reality through which you can easily connect to the Internet. Ways to Connect to the Internet is through a regular modem, Local area network, Cable modem, DSL/ADSL. ADSL provides you with very high speed internet connectivity out of all these options. The best part is that it is sophisticated and uses the same wires as your regular telephone line. Companies like Fastweb ADSL services are very high speed and at low cost rates. Before going any further and explaining how ADSL actually works, it is best to understand why it should be used and what its advantages are. Advantages of using ADSL The connection of Internet does not conflict with your voice calls. That mea...