Data Communication Cables
Data communication cable is the general name for cables used to transfer data between computers and other devices. These cables are designed in accordance with data transfer needs at different speeds, capacities and distances.
The most common types of data communication cables include Ethernet cable, USB cable, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, VGA cable and DVI cable. Each one is designed for different purposes.
Ethernet cable is used to transfer data between computer networks. Ethernet cable contains a pair of wires that are connected together using RJ-45 connectors. These cables are available in different performance levels such as Cat5, Cat6, Cat7 and are designed for high speed data transfer.
USB cable is used to transfer data between computers and other devices. The USB cable contains a pair of wires that connect together and there are different types. There are USB cables of different speeds and capacities, such as USB 1.0, USB 2.0 and USB 3.0.
The HDMI cable is used for high definition video and audio transfer. An HDMI cable may contain a different number of wires that connect together and is a standard connection on most modern TVs and monitors.
DisplayPort cable is used for high definition video and audio transfer. The DisplayPort cable can support higher bandwidth and higher resolutions and is a standard connection on many modern computers.
VGA and DVI cable is used for older computers and monitors. VGA cable carries analog video signals while DVI cable carries digital video signals.
Data communication cable comes in many different types designed for different purposes. There are common types such as Ethernet cable, USB cable, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, VGA cable and DVI cable, each with different features and uses.