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Deciding how many data cables to install in your home/business

We are often asked by business and homeowners how many Ethernet lines we recommend they have installed, or they underestimate the number of how many they need either for their present or future needs.

The following video provided by TYM Smart Homes & Home Theaters explains many of the forgotten items and amounts of cable that should be taken into consideration when planning on wiring a home or business.

The examples shown in the video apply to various types of cable (Ethernet, fiber optic, speaker wire, HDMI, etc.) however the principle is consistent, install more cable than may seem necessary at the moment for future scalability, to prevent downtime, and to offer options without the hassle of additional labor costs or inconvenience.

Wireless networking, infrared, and Bluetooth technologies do offer great convenience for devices such as cell phones and tablets and certain speakers; those technologies have their place complimenting hardwired connections, however WiFi does not provide the speed, reliability, security or power needs many devices require for the best quality connection.

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Contact us about performing a design tailored towards your specific needs and we can recommend the types and amounts of cabling that should be installed at your home or business.

It’s our business to keep your devices connected!

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