ITC: 3.1.2 Coaxial Cable Facts

What is one advantage of fiber optic cables compared to other cable types?

• Lower cost and easier installation

• Higher bandwidth and faster data transmission

• Less susceptible to electromagnetic interference

• Longer maximum transmission distance

Which type of interference are fiber optic cables less susceptible to?

• Ground loop interference

• RFI

• EMI

• Cross-talk

What is one characteristic of fiber optic cables that makes them resistant to physical damage?

• Made of glass or plastic

• Flexible and bendable

• Coated with a protective layer

• Reinforced with metal wires

What is the existing infrastructure like for fiber optic cables?

• The existing infrastructure for fiber optic cables consists of a network of underground and aerial cables, along with various equipment such as fiber optic switches, routers, and transceivers.

• The existing infrastructure for fiber optic cables consists of a network of copper cables.

• The existing infrastructure for fiber optic cables consists of a network of satellite cables.

• The existing infrastructure for fiber optic cables consists of a network of underwater cables.

Why are fiber optic cables less susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI)?

• Fiber optic cables use light signals instead of electrical signals.

• Fiber optic cables have built-in filters that eliminate electromagnetic interference.

• Fiber optic cables have a higher resistance to electromagnetic interference due to their material composition.

• Fiber optic cables are shielded with a protective layer to block electromagnetic interference.

How do fiber optic cables resist physical damage?

• By using a core and cladding design

• By using reinforced materials

• By using a flexible outer sheath

• By using a protective coating

What are some advantages of fiber optic cables in terms of data transmission?

• Lower bandwidth, slower data transmission speeds, shorter transmission distances, susceptible to electromagnetic interference

• Limited bandwidth, slower data transmission speeds, shorter transmission distances, vulnerable to electromagnetic interference

• Decreased bandwidth, slower data transmission speeds, shorter transmission distances, sensitive to electromagnetic interference

• Higher bandwidth, faster data transmission speeds, longer transmission distances, immune to electromagnetic interference

What are some applications where fiber optic cables are commonly used?

• telecommunications, internet connectivity, cable television, and networking

• data storage, virtual reality, and home automation

• audio recording, satellite communication, and military applications

• medical imaging, automotive industry, and power transmission

What are the main components of a fiber optic cable?

• core, cladding, and buffer coating

• core, cladding, and jacket

• core, cladding, and sheath

• core, cladding, and insulation

What are some limitations or disadvantages of fiber optic cables?

• Susceptibility to electromagnetic interference

• Limited flexibility compared to copper cables

• Limited availability in remote areas

• High installation costs, vulnerability to damage, and need for specialized equipment.