How to build an ethernet cord

Necessary supplies
A. Networking cable
B. Two RJ-45jacks
C. Cable cutting pliers

Step 1. Cut the cord to desired length

Step 2. Strip some of rubber on the end of the wire- make the colors reach the end of the RJ-45jack without exposing them
Step 3. Untwist and spread out wires

Step 4. Place wires in correct order-left to right
a. Light orange
b. Dark orange
c. Light green
d. Dark blue
e. Light blue
f. Dark green
g. Light brown
h. Dark brown
Step 5. Face clip part down

Step 6. With clip part facing down, stick in the wires-each wire has its own slot

Step 7. After putting them in right order, push in as tight as possible-make sure the gold on the cables are touching the gold on the RJ-45 jack

Step 8. Use the clamp to clamp the RJ-45 jack to the cable

Step 9. Repeat steps for the other side

Step 10. Plug it in and make sure it works

What is a network and why do we need it ?

-Computers that are connected and can share info

-You can share info

List four benefits of using a network?

- Information sharing, Hardware sharing, Software sharing, Collaborative environment

Difference between WANS and LANS?

- WANS go over a long area LANS are done within a small group

Identify at least 3 network topologies?

-Bus, Star, and Ring topologies