CONNECTORS.

Computer Science ICT SSS3 FIRST Term

WEEK 5

CONNECTORS

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CONNECTORS

There are various types of connectors used in networking for cables; connectors are used to connect cables together to other devices. It is the part of a cable that plugs into a port or interface to connect one device to another. Most connectors are either male (containing one or more exposed pins) or female (containing holes in which the male connector can be inserted).

Connectors are chosen in interference to the cable and device which are to be connected.

The following types of connectors are discussed below:

• RJ45
• RJ11
• T connector

RJ45 Connector

RJ45 is the short name for Registered Jack-45. It is an eight-wire connector used commonly to…