Data Cabling Bulletin – Quick Facts You Might Not Know 📍 Fact 1: The first structured cabling standards were published in the mid-1980s, laying the groundwork for the networks we rely on today. 📍 Fact 2: A single Cat6 cable can handle up to 10 Gbps speeds — but only up to 55 meters unless shielded or installed under ideal conditions. 📍 Fact 3: Fiber optic cables can transmit data at the speed of light, and a single strand can carry thousands of times more data than copper. 📍 Fact 4: Poor cable management isn’t just messy — it can reduce airflow, increase signal interference, and even shorten hardware lifespan. 📍 Fact 5: Every 3 years, structured cabling accounts for nearly 80% of network downtime issues in businesses — usually due to poor installation or aging infrastructure. ⸻ 💡 Takeaway: Investing in quality cabling and proper installation isn’t just “back-end IT” — it’s the foundation of every high-performing network.
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