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The Real Reasons
You Need a Media Converter
By Tim
Jeffries
Let's face it. Network technology
isn't sexy. Most people don't sit around debating the various forms
of network technology that exist today and think to themselves 'wow,
this is what I want to do in my spare time.' The fact of the matter
is that computer networks can be as boring as watching paint dry.
And when it comes to the underlying technology of these networks,
the only people you might be find debating the various pros and cons
are true geeks.
Media converters are no different.
And before you think that you can spend the rest of your life using
copper connections to maintain your network, think again. Let's look
at the top 2 reasons why you might need to invest in a quality media
converter. And yes, we'll try to make this as interesting as
possible. Here we go.
1)The real reason why you need a
media converter is simple: distance. Copper has intrinsic
limitations where it's only really good for about 300 feet (or so
the popular opinion is). After that you need to add some fiber to
make the network really powerful (or at least make it operational).
The real reason for copper's distance limitations probably has
something to do with copper's inherent physical properties, but
regardless, a media converter will extend copper's effectiveness
when paired up with fiber.
2)Save some money. Who doesn't like
to save some money here and there? I certainly do. If you want to
redo your network completely and save a whole bunch of money, there
is no reason why you should completely wire your office (or
building) in fiber from the start. As attractive an option as having
a business that is completely fiber (the coveted 'fiber to
desktop'), if you can save substantial money by investing in a
simple media converter, it will be more than worth your while.
There is more to media converter
story than meets the eye at first glance. Get informed about media
converters before you take off and invest your hard earned money. A
media converter can make a lot of sense in the right situation.
Tim Jeffries is
author of “The Media
Converter Guide.” Get your copy at http://www.bobsmediaconverter.com.
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