An ethernet cable, also referred to as a patch cable or network cable is designed to carry high speed data between electronic equipment such as internet routers, computers, TVs and set top boxes. An ethernet cable is commonly used to create a home or office network, making connections between an internet router, PCs and set top boxes etc. The 3 most common types of ethernet cable are CAT5e, CAT6 and CAT6A, a CAT5e cable is suitable for most applications and will support gigabit networking up to 1000mbps. Ethernet cables can also be used to carry a variety of signals using extenders including audio, video and even 4k HDMI.
