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Network line level: (the larger the number, the higher the level)

Network cables from Cat. 5 to Cat. 8 represent different standards and performance levels, each with its own unique characteristics. Here is a brief description of each level:

1.Cat. 5: Cat. 5 is one of the earliest standards and supports data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps. It is mainly used in general home and small office networks.

2. Cat. 5e: Cat. 5e is an enhanced version of Cat. 5, supporting data transmission rates up to 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps). It provides better anti-interference performance and is suitable for daily home and business users.

3. Cat. 6: Cat. 6 supports data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps and is typically used in environments that require higher bandwidth, such as large enterprises, data centers, and demanding multimedia applications.

4. Cat. 6A: Cat. 6A is an upgraded version of Cat. 6, supporting the same 10 Gbps speed but maintaining stability over longer distances. It is mainly used in large data centers and applications requiring high performance.

5. Cat. 7: Cat. 7 supports data transmission rates up to 10 Gbps and introduces shielding technology to reduce external interference. It is suitable for environments with strict requirements on signal quality and stability.

6. Cat. 8: Cat. 8 is the latest standard, supporting data transfer rates up to 25 Gbps or 40 Gbps and operating at higher frequencies. It is mainly used in large data centers and high-density network deployments to meet the demand for extremely high speeds.

When selecting a network cable, you should evaluate your actual needs and expected usage environment. A lower Cat level may be enough to meet the needs of general homes and small offices. For applications that require higher performance, you can consider choosing a higher-level network cable. The speed of the network cable must match the speed of the fixed network. Assuming that the home network is only 24M-100M, and there is no current plan to increase the speed beyond 1G, then choosing Cat. 6 is enough. If you are decorating a new home, it is recommended to directly use Cat. 6A network cables, because the network cables buried in the wall will last for more than ten years. Changing the cables is a big project, and most people are not willing to replace them after installation.