A company is expanding its office and needs to install new network cabling. The network design requires a Gigabit Ethernet cable that is capable of supporting data transmission up to 100 meters with a reduced chance of crosstalk and system noise. Which type of cable is BEST suited for this application?
Cat 6 cables are designed to support Gigabit Ethernet standards (1000BASE-T) up to a length of 100 meters. They offer improved performance over Cat 5e in terms of crosstalk and system noise reduction due to more stringent specifications and design, which often includes a spline to separate the twisted pairs. Cat 5e also supports Gigabit Ethernet up to 100 meters but is more susceptible to crosstalk compared to Cat 6, making Cat 6 the best choice for the given criteria. While optical fiber offers even higher speeds and immunity to crosstalk, it is typically more costly and not necessary for a standard Gigabit Ethernet installation at 100 meters. Coaxial cable is an older standard generally used for cable television and internet service delivery, not for modern office LAN installations.
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