Connecting a unlike-devices, such as a computers to an Ethernet switch, requires what type of UTP Ethernet cable?

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Connecting a unlike-devices, such as a computers to an Ethernet switch, requires what type of UTP Ethernet cable?

  • crossover
  • straight-through
  • STP
  • CAT 3

Explanation: Devices that use different wires for transmit and receive require a straight-through cable to exchange data. Straight-through cables have the same color patterns on both ends of the cable.

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