The document provides an introduction to wired network standards, focusing on TIA/EIA 568A and 568B cabling specifications and their usage in modern Ethernet networks. It outlines distance limitations for various cable types, such as twisted pair, coaxial, and fiber optic, as well as describes tools and standards essential for network setup. Additionally, the document addresses Ethernet advancements and established specifications for broadband cable networking through DOCSIS and IEEE 1905.1-2013.