CCST Networking STP and S/STP Explained
S/STP: Screened Shielded Twisted Pair Cable S/STP stands for Screened Shielded Twisted Pair . It's a type of Ethernet cable that combines two layers of shielding for enhanced protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk. Structure of S/STP Cable: Twisted Pairs: Each pair of copper wires is twisted together to reduce crosstalk. Individual Pair Shielding: Each pair is individually wrapped in a foil shield, providing additional protection against interference. Overall Screen: A braided mesh of metal strands surrounds all the shielded pairs, creating a second layer of shielding. Benefits of S/STP: Superior EMI/RFI Protection: The double shielding significantly reduces the impact of external electromagnetic interference, ensuring reliable data transmission even in noisy environments. Reduced Crosstalk: The shielding minimizes interference between the individual pairs...