A technician is running a 279ft (85m) network cable between buildings that will share conduit with a large power cable. Which of the following is the most appropriate cable for the technician to use for this project?
In this scenario, running a network cable over a long distance (279ft or 85m) and sharing conduit with a large power cable requires careful consideration of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and the physical distance limitations of the cable type. Fiber optic cables are immune to electromagnetic interference and can support much longer distances than copper-based cables like Cat 5e or Cat 6 without signal degradation. This makes fiber optic the most appropriate choice for this project.
References:
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objectives Section 3.1: Explain basic cable types and their connectors, features, and purposes.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam Objectives Section 2.2: Compare and contrast common networking hardware.
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