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What Does a Structured Cabling Company Do? A Philadelphia Commercial Guide

If you run or manage a commercial building in Philadelphia, you’ve probably heard the phrase “structured cabling company” thrown around — usually right when you’re planning a move, a build-out, or a renovation. And if you’re like most business owners, it’s not entirely clear where this company fits. Is it...

Cat5e vs. Cat6 vs. Cat6a for Commercial Buildings: Cost, Lifespan, and When to Choose Each

If you’re planning a network for a new office, a tenant fit-out, or a building you’re about to renovate, someone has probably already asked you the question: “What cable should we run — Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6a?” And if you’ve spent ten minutes looking it up, you’ve found a hundred...