Computer Science - Windows NT - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Windows NT - Section 1 (Q.No. 13)
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You are setting up a network in a school. You need to network 5 computers for the file and printer sharing. You want to use some donated cable and Ethernet adapters. You identify the donated adapters as ARCnet coaxial network adapters and 10Base2 Ethernet network adapters. You install an Ethernet adapter in each of the 5 computers and connect the donated cable. The computers are NOT able to maintain reliable communication. You suspect that you are NOT using the correct type of coaxial cable. Which type of coaxial cable should you be using?
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Ninad said:
1 year ago
1. ARCnet Coaxial Network Adapters: ARCnet (Attached Resource Computer NETwork) is a type of local area network (LAN) protocol that was commonly used in the 1980s and 1990s. ARCnet uses coaxial cables to connect devices in a network.
2. 10Base2 Ethernet Network Adapters: This refers to Ethernet adapters that use the 10Base2 standard, also known as Thin Ethernet. It uses thin coaxial cables (often referred to as "thinnet") to connect devices in a network.
3. Coaxial Cable Types:
- RG-58 AU: This is a type of coaxial cable commonly used for ARCnet networks. It has specific characteristics suitable for ARCnet's requirements.
- RG-59 AU: This is another type of coaxial cable, but it's not typically used for ARCnet networks. It's more commonly used for video and cable TV applications.
- RJ-11: This refers to a type of connector commonly used for telephone lines, not suitable for ARCnet or Ethernet networks.
- RJ-45: This is a connector used for Ethernet cables, but it's not the type of cable needed for ARCnet or 10Base2 Ethernet networks.
In summary, if you're setting up a network with ARCnet coaxial network adapters and 10Base2 Ethernet network adapters, you should be using RG-58 AU coaxial cable for reliable communication. Using the correct type of cable ensures compatibility and optimal performance for your network.
2. 10Base2 Ethernet Network Adapters: This refers to Ethernet adapters that use the 10Base2 standard, also known as Thin Ethernet. It uses thin coaxial cables (often referred to as "thinnet") to connect devices in a network.
3. Coaxial Cable Types:
- RG-58 AU: This is a type of coaxial cable commonly used for ARCnet networks. It has specific characteristics suitable for ARCnet's requirements.
- RG-59 AU: This is another type of coaxial cable, but it's not typically used for ARCnet networks. It's more commonly used for video and cable TV applications.
- RJ-11: This refers to a type of connector commonly used for telephone lines, not suitable for ARCnet or Ethernet networks.
- RJ-45: This is a connector used for Ethernet cables, but it's not the type of cable needed for ARCnet or 10Base2 Ethernet networks.
In summary, if you're setting up a network with ARCnet coaxial network adapters and 10Base2 Ethernet network adapters, you should be using RG-58 AU coaxial cable for reliable communication. Using the correct type of cable ensures compatibility and optimal performance for your network.
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