Patch cables and crossover cables are both twisted-pair Ethernet leads with RJ-45 (8P8C) connectors—but they’re wired differently and therefore used in different situations. This guide gives you clean wiring tables, quick “when to use” rules, modern notes on Auto-MDI/MDI-X, and deployment checklists so you can stop ...

As gigabit networks become the standard and 10-gigabit speeds enter the mainstream, selecting the right Ethernet cable has never been more important. Cat6 cables remain a popular choice for both home and business networks due to their ability to deliver high-speed, reliable connections. Among them, two types dominat...