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What is a UTP cable, and what is the maximum length allowed for one of these?

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"Unshielded twisted pair cable, also known as a UTP, is the most basic cable used in a network topology. It consists of pairs of wires inside of an outer jacket usually made of plastic. A single segment of the UTP cable can be as long as 100 meters. Network engineers overcome this limitation by using network switching devices such as repeaters, switches, and hubs."

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UTP stands for Unshielded Twisted Pair. It usually has a max length of 100m.

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This is a great start, but you may wish to include a few details about why a UTP cable has a maximum length of 100m. A few extra details will improve your response.

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