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Buying Ethernet Cables Online? Here’s What You Should Look for!

Whether it is a workplace or a home-based network, the existence of Wi-Fi network is a bliss. Nevertheless, we need ethernet cables to establish certain network connections. Let’s say there is a multi-storey building with thick walls and you need to transmit the data amongst thick walls. Or you need to use internet at some confined and obscure places. During such times, the usage of Lan cable becomes imperative. Search online and you will find plentiful types of ethernet cables meant for different purposes. And then, arises the moment of confusion as to - which cable to buy? Through today’s article we will discuss the difference between different categories including CAT5, 5E, 6 and 7 and understand the pointers you need to consider before buying Ethernet cables. CAT 5 Cables: What Makes Them Slow? As you all know, the abbreviation CAT refers to the word Category. CAT 5 is the oldest category of cables and was crafted to work with the devices that work at the speed of 10M...

A Step by Step Guide to Installing a New Monitor to the Computer

So, today is the day you decide to connect your computer and monitor. You take the monitor and monitor cable out of the box, go through the manual and the next thing you know; you’re sitting on the floor stressed out. Wondering where to start from! Being a company that sells computer accessories online, we often come across customers who inquire about  computer cables  and how to go about connecting their computer systems. Through today’s blog, we will provide you with a systematic guide to installing a new monitor to the computer. Step 1: Replace The Old, Install New As the first step, you need to get rid of the old monitor. So, shut down your computer and disconnect the monitor cable from behind your old monitor. Once you have done that, you can get rid of the old monitor. You might feel like using the same cables for setting up the new monitor. However, whether you should be using new connections or not depends on the type of the system you have. Clean ...

How to Find Out If Your Ethernet Cables Are Authentic or Not?

We do not take cables seriously. And that being said, we tend to buy the connectors for our precious devices from anywhere we like. Sometimes, from a friend, sometimes from a brick and mortar store nearest to our houses and sometimes, online. Least aware that there is a huge market of counterfeit ethernet cables out there which can be a real disappointment! So, what are fake cables like? How are they different from the authentic ones? Well, just so that you know, there are several companies that sell shady ethernet cables advertising them as genuine and it is a problem of around $500 billion. This happens because customers do not mind buying cheaper cables if they save their money. Probably, they tend to forget that these “cheap cables” result into slow networks and interruptive video, audio and data transmission. Whether you buy ethernet or bulk cables consciously or by being unaware, there are certain parameters you can check to figure out their authenticity. Let’s find out how...

What Makes USB C Cables Better Than Other USB Cables?

If you make the most out gadgets that the technological world has endowed you with, you must be used to being around USB adapters and cables. Right from charging your mobile phone to transferring data amongst different devices and operating systems, they have become an inevitable part of our lives. Since its inception in January 1996, the evolution of USB has come a long way to the advent of USB Type C works on the USB 3.1 standard. The latest standard of USB has a universal port. Which means, it works across all the devices without any glitches. And therefore, it is considered to be a perfect standard for the future. Today, we will understand the importance and utility of USB C cables and know why you should make the most out of them. USB VS USB C As you all know, USB is the abbreviation of Universal Serial Bus – an industry standard term that provides short distance data connection. USB C cables are made using the latest standards developed and set by USB implementers’ ...

Are Ethernet Cable and Network Cable Same?

Computers, televisions, telephones - they all make use of cables. And it’s difficult to imagine our lives without these electronic devices. So, we can probably say that networking cables are an inseparable part of people’s lives as several electronic devices don’t work without them. Computer supplier promotes ethernet cable and television supplier speaks about cable connection. With many different types of cables, people often get confused as to which one to buy. Also there is a common question that often arises. “Are Ethernet Cables and Network Cables the Same?” Let us clarify this common confusion. Network cable is a general term that incorporates many different applications. And ethernet is a local area network access technology. So, any cable that enables connection with a system/device, within a Lan, you can name it “ ethernet cable ” or “network cable.” Apparently, there is no difference in network and ethernet cables. Network cables comprises of ethernet and Lan c...

Why is HDMI 2.1 Spearheading the HDMI Cable World?

Looking to hook your DVD player, video game or new shiny HDTV? Connecting to HDMI is the only solution. But, with an array of HDMI cables differing in their length, speed, durability, utility, price, and resolutions, it often creates a confusion among people how to select the best one. You might want to have a glance at all and make the correct decision. For that, go through the below mentioned brief about all the different HDMI cables: Since its inception, the HDMI forum continues to update the HDMI specifications. Take a look at its evolution: HDMI 1.0: this is the first version with a maximum bandwidth of 4.95 Gbps. HDMI 1.1: an added version to support DVD audio HDMI 1.2: one-bit audio format support added HDMI 1.3: Enables high definition display with a bandwidth of 10.2 Gbps HDMI 1.4: Enables 4K resolution up to 30fps with maximum bandwidth of 10.2 Gbps HDMI 2.0: 4K resolution up to 60 fps with maximum bandwidth of 18 Gbps HDMI 2.1: ...