Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0878

What type of cable is used with 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet?

A. Fiber-optic cable
B. Category 3 or 4 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP).
C. Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP).
D. RG-58 cable.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

This is the type of cabling recommended for 100Base-TX networks.
Fiber-optic cable is incorrect. Incorrect media type for 100Base-TX –100Base-FX would denote fiber optic cabling.
“Category 3 or 4 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)” is incorrect. These types are not recommended for 100Mbps operation.
RG-58 cable is incorrect. Incorrect media type for 100Base-TX.
References CBK, p. 428 AIO3, p. 455