Deck · CompTIA A+

Hardware (Core 1)

Cables, RAM, storage and RAID, motherboards, CPUs, power, and printers (Core 1 Domain 3, 25%).

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Sample cards

1

What is the maximum data rate of Cat5e cable, and over what distance?

1 Gbps over 100 meters — the baseline for gigabit Ethernet runs.

2

How fast can Cat6 cable carry 10 Gbps, and what is its limit at that speed?

Cat6 supports 10 Gbps but only up to about 55 meters; beyond that it falls back to 1 Gbps up to 100 meters.

3

What advantage does Cat6a have over Cat6?

Cat6a sustains 10 Gbps over the full 100-meter run and has better resistance to crosstalk (alien crosstalk).

4

Which coaxial cable type and impedance are standard for cable internet and TV?

RG-6 coax at 75 ohms, terminated with a threaded F-type connector.

5

What is the key difference between single-mode and multimode fiber?

Single-mode uses a tiny core and laser light for very long distances (kilometers); multimode uses a larger core and LED light for shorter runs, typically within buildings.

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