Ethernet Cables Types: Cat 3, 5, 5e, 6, 6a, 7, 8 Wires Explained

25/12/2025 18 min

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In this episode, we take a fast cruise through the entire Ethernet family — Cat3, Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7, and the beefy Cat8. Each generation gets faster, smarter, and louder about protecting your signal from interference. From old-school telephone-line cats to modern data-center monsters, we break down what each cable does, why some are flexible and cheap while others feel like armored snakes, and which one actually belongs in your home or office.Copper, fiber, shielding, bandwidth, MHz, Gbps… it all becomes simple when you understand how these cables move bits like tiny sprinters on a racetrack. By the end, you’ll know exactly which cable keeps your network smooth — and which ones are complete overkill for Netflix. 😄🔌🌐 Reserve your permanent digital ad space: AdParcel.io📗 Learn software testing in 1 day: TestingIn1Day.com💻 Connect with tech founders: StartupMafia.net