Ethernet Technology and Virtualization

In the world of networking, Ethernet is the predominant technology found within the local area networks (LANs) of organizations. While Ethernet is very common, network professionals need to be aware and have a strong understanding of various Ethernet technologies and standards that are used within the networking industry, as well as how these standards and technologies help professionals to improve their network design and performance.

In this chapter, you will learn about various types of network connections and media types used for wired communication within an organization. You will explore various wiring standards and the various characteristics of copper and fiber cabling, as well as their advantages and use cases. Furthermore, you will gain a solid understanding of cable management and termination points that are used by service providers and organizations to interconnect their networks. Lastly, you will learn about Ethernet and virtualization...