CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 726

A network technician must connect a newly installed access switch in a warehouse to the distribution switch in the telecommunications closet. The distance between the two switches is 1,640ft (500m). Which of the following is the best cable choice?

Answer options

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Fiber is the best cable choice for this distance as it can transmit data over long distances without signal degradation. Cat 5e and Cat 6a are not suitable for distances exceeding 328 feet (100 meters), and coaxial cables are not typically used for switch-to-switch connections in modern network setups.