Ethernet

Some outdoor ethernet cables come with RJ-45 connectors at each end, but if you’re routing the cable through a wall, you’ll have to cut those off anyway – or drill unnecessarily large holes. The best way is to buy a reel as long as you need, and cut it to length. Kenable’s unshielded outdoor cable has solid copper cores and a PE sheath which is weather resistant and can be buried underground. For wall mounting, use 7mm cable clips. It only comes in black, but as it’s Cat6 it’s capable of gigabit speeds – if the…

Putting aside the undeniable fact that cables shouldn’t actually exist in what is meant to be a wireless world, one of the most frustrating things about cables is their length. Cable manufacturers revel in how long they can make these digital snakes. Who on earth needs a 10-meter USB cable, or even a 2m HDMI cable? You can buy a 3m (10ft) Lightning charging cable. What maniac needs that? There’s a 4.5m (15ft) micro USB cable, which is only acceptable in that most of us want to be as far away as possible from that…

Figuring out which Ethernet cables will work best for you without going overboard is hard, but we’re here to help. We’ve put together a helpful guide that includes a table, glossary, and other buying tips that compare the benefits and issues of different Ethernet cables. Our explainer below is a great way to start figuring out how to choose the best Ethernet cable for your home or work environment. How to choose the right Ethernet cableThe easiest way to select a cable is to pick one with the range and…

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You might have bought some Cat-5 Ethernet cables a few years ago, but as time passes, it’s probably time to think about upgrading them to a more modern, more capable option. Unfortunately, the list of Ethernet cable options has not become any less complicated over the years. Everyone has different needs for their network setup, so we’ll walk you through the Cat-5e to Cat-8 standards to help you understand which is right for you. Want to know which cable is right for you? Check out our guide on how to choose an…