Cabling Installation & Maintenance Articles, October 2004
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Table of Contents

Crosstalk & Feedback

Editorial

Reflections from Puget Sound

For me, the BICSI Fall Conference that was held in Seattle, WA August 30 to September 2 was the most information-filled industry event I have attended in a number of years.

Ask Donna

Does the FCC's Category 3 minimum have any teeth?

In May 2000, Cabling Installation & Maintenance published an article stating that the FCC had passed a ruling that requires a minimum of Category 3 cable to be installed...

Contents

Design

Electronic surveillance systems shifting to IP from point-to-point

The emergence of IP-based CCTV systems can affect the way you design their infrastructure.

Installation

Neat freak essentials: Managing patch cords for performance

As network speeds continue to increase, patch-cord management may mean more than just tidying up the TR.

Technology

Selecting the right modules for gigabit, multi-gigabit networks

Getting through the nomenclature is an important first step toward specifying the right equipment.

Security

Biometrics open door to Ethernet-capable solutions

New cabling schemes are accommodating emerging access control technology.

Product Update

Solutions evolve, issues remain for firestopping systems

New product sets solve problems, while widespread industry awareness remains a critical objective.

Products & Services

Industry Spotlight

New BICSI executive director ready to lead organization through period of change

Donna French Dunn is ready to take BICSI to a new level of efficiency.

SYSTIMAX Solutions honored for structured cabling innovations

SYSTIMAX Solutions has been awarded the Tech Titans Corporate Horizon Award, which honors companies and individuals who develop or use technology in a unique and innovative way.

Task force gains support for 10-Gbit Ethernet over copper

The IEEE 802.3an task force is gaining support as it develops the industry standard for 10-Gbit Ethernet over twisted-pair copper cabling.

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