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What is the primary difference between CAT6 and CAT6A cables?

Frequency

Length of cable

Speed over distance

CAT6 and CAT6A cables are both some of the highest performing cables on the market, but the primary difference between the two is the maximum transmission speed over distance. While they both have a frequency rating of 250MHz, CAT6A cables have a higher potential speed of up to 10Gbps over longer distances, while CAT6 cables have a maximum speed of 10Gbps up to 55 meters and 1Gbps up to 100 meters. In contrast, the other options (A, B, and D) are not the primary differences between these two types of cables. The frequency is the same for both, the length of the cable may vary but is not the defining factor, and the color is simply a design choice and has no effect on performance.

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