Ethernet Crossover Cable Basics

Ethernet Crossover Cable Basics

The crossover cable connects two Ethernet network devices to each other. They were invented for temporarily supporting host-to-host networking when a network router or another intermediary device is not available. Although crossover cables appear the same as a...
RJ-45 Connectors Made Easy

RJ-45 Connectors Made Easy

What is the difference between a Cat5 and a Cat6 RJ45 connector? The easy answer is:  they are both cable connectors with a standard network plug and socket, often called an “Ethernet jack”. Cat 5 and Cat 6 are UTP, or Unshielded Twisted Pair cables.  The difference...