Both Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and cable modem services offer high-speed Internet access. Compared to traditional dial-up access, these two technologies open up homes and small businesses to a new realm of possibilities for network connectivity and applications. Video-on-demand, multimedia conferencing, and online gaming are just a few examples of services on the Net that Read more »
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Where is a Reputable Place to Purchase Cables?
In the multimedia universe, there is a lot of discussion about the importance of power cables. On the pages of cable manufacturers you can find different explanations about their influence when used for different devices and systems. Some argue by using the electrical characteristics of the materials, others point out how the electrical power reaches Read more »
Advantages of Fiber Optic over Copper Wiring
When setting up your new network you have two basic choices: fiber or copper. Both offer superior data transmission. The decision on which one to use may be difficult. It will often depend on your current network, your future networking needs, and your particular application, including bandwidth, distances, environment, and cost. In some cases, copper Read more »
High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
The first industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box (HDTV Receiver), DVD player, Blu-ray player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). The new HDMI digital interconnect provides: Superior, uncompressed digital video and audio quality. Simple, Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions for Interface Cables
Common USB cable solutions: Question Answer Can I add USB ports to my Mac or PC? You will need to add a USB controller card to your Mac or PC. Is it possible network computers with USB to share files and peripherals? You will need a USB “SmartNet” cable. Can I connect a device that’s Read more »
How Far Can I Run My Cable?
Believe it or not this is a pretty popular question. With all the different types of interfaces (Serial, Parallel, 10Base-T, 100Base-T, USB, IEEE-1394 FireWire, IEEE-1284 Parallel and Antenna for Wireless networks) it gets pretty crazy so lets see if we can make it a little easier on you. Serial: To determine the maximum length, some Read more »