A network manager is tasked with installing a new network in an office area situated next to a manufacturing facility that generates considerable electromagnetic interference. Which type of Ethernet cabling would most effectively reduce the effects of this interference on the network performance?
Shielded twisted pair (STP) cable is more effective in environments with high electromagnetic interference (EMI). The shielding in STP cables helps to block out interference and prevent signal degradation, ensuring better performance and reliability in such settings. While unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cables are commonly used in office environments, they do not offer the same level of protection against EMI as STP cables and would therefore be less suitable for areas close to heavy electronic equipment and machinery.
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