Fiber Optic Cable Continued
The advantages of fiber optic cabling include:
- Can transmit over long distances, farther than any other network media.
- Is not susceptible to electromagnetic interference.
- Is immune from crosstalk.
- Supports extremely high transmission rates.
- Has a small diameter and can be used in narrow wiring ducts.
- Is not susceptible to eavesdropping.
To its disadvantage, fiber optic cable:
- Is more expensive than other types of networking media.
- Is more difficult and expensive to install than other types of network media. The ends of each cable must be polished perfectly flat and scratch free before they are inserted into the connection devices.
- Is fragile and must be installed carefully and protected after installation.