Networking

Networking Services supports your cloud journey and takes a software-defined strategy to your networks.

In this modern era of networking, everything is connected via the internet and performs its function. Networking services are software-based solutions that enable communication and data sharing among devices on a computer network. These services are essential for connecting computers, servers, and other devices within an organization and allowing them to share information and resources.

Therefore, everyone requires some networking, from big companies and businesses to even an individual. This is where SFS Technologies comes in. We specialize in networking, offering all sorts of networking solutions and security at a quality that rivals all others.

We utilize solutions from different partners and tune them to make them best suited for various companies of different sizes while also considering their existing configurations and industry of interest. In addition, we strive for customer satisfaction and handle their networking like our own.

Networking

Network cabling connects various devices through cables, such as computers, servers, and switches. The wires transmit data, voice, and video information across a network, typically made of copper or fiber optic materials.

It is essential to consider factors such as cable length, bandwidth requirements, and potential interference from other devices. In addition, proper network cabling installation and maintenance is necessary to ensure optimal network performance and reliability.

There are several types of network cabling commonly used in today’s networks, including:

Category 6 (Cat6)

Cat6 is a type of twisted pair cabling that supports up to 10 Gbps data transfer speeds over distances of up to 55 meters. It has four twisted pairs of copper wire and is often used in high-performance networks.

Cat6a

Cat6a is an improved version of Cat6 cabling that supports data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps over longer distances of up to 100 meters. It is also designed to reduce crosstalk and electromagnetic interference.

Cat7

Cat7 cabling is designed to support even higher data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps over distances up to 100 meters. It uses shielded twisted pair cabling and can provide improved resistance to interference and noise.

Cat7a

Cat7a is an improved version of Cat7 cabling that supports data transfer rates up to 40 Gbps over distances up to 100 meters. It is also designed to provide better resistance to crosstalk and interference.

Cat6a

Cat8 cabling is designed to support data transfer rates up to 40 Gbps over distances up to 30 meters. It uses shielded twisted pair cabling and can provide improved resistance to interference and noise.

Fiber optic:

Fiber optic cables use light to transmit data and can transmit data over longer distances and at higher speeds than copper cables.

Active and passive network components are two broad categories of networking devices that play a vital role in connecting devices and enabling data communication in a network.

Active network components

Active network components are devices that require a power source to operate and participate in the data communication process in a network. They are typically more complex than passive components and have their processor and memory to perform specific functions.

These active network components are essential for network infrastructure and are critical in ensuring that networks are reliable, scalable, and secure.

Here are some examples of active network components:

Switches

A switch is a network device that connects multiple devices and directs data traffic between them. It operates at the data link layer of the OSI model and uses MAC addresses to forward data packets.

Routers

Fiber optic cables use light to transmit data and can transmit data over longer distances and at higher speeds than copper cables.

Firewalls

A firewall is a network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on pre-determined security rules.

Load balancers

A load balancer is a network device that distributes incoming network traffic across multiple servers to ensure efficient use of resources and prevent overload.

Wireless Access Points (WAPs)

A WAP is a network device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network.

Network Interface Cards (NICs)

A NIC is a device that connects a computer or server to a network and enables it to send and receive data.

Modems

A modem is a network device that converts digital signals into analog signals for transmission over telephone lines and vice versa.

Passive network components

Passive network components are devices that do not require a power source to operate and do not actively participate in the data communication process in a network. They are typically simpler than active components and do not have their processor or memory.

Passive network components play an essential role in network infrastructure by providing a physical connection between devices and transmitting data across a network. They are typically less expensive and require less maintenance than active components, making them a cost-effective network design and implementation solution.

Here are some examples of passive network components:

Cables

Cables are the physical medium through which data is transmitted in a network. They include twisted pairs, fiber optic, and coaxial cables.

Connectors

Connectors are the plugs and sockets that connect cables to devices.

Patch Panels

A patch panel is a device that connects cables from different network devices and provides a central point for managing and organizing network connections.

Wall Plates

A wall plate is a passive component that terminates cables at a wall outlet or other fixed location.

Couplers

A coupler is a passive device used to connect two cables.

Splitters

A splitter is a passive device that divides a signal into two or more outputs.

Filters

A filter is a passive device that blocks unwanted frequencies or signals from entering a network.
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