COAXIAL AND FIBER OPTIC AERIAL/UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION Fiber optics offer more secure communication than coaxial cables. One benefit of fiber-optic technology is increased security. It is more difficult to tap fiber-optic cables than traditional copper cables. ... Additionally, the signals of fiber-optic cables are considered dielectric and do not transmit electricity. |
RESIDENTAL AND COMERCIAL INSTALLS Commercial vs. Residential Work. Commercial and residential work are completely different in terms of needs, load demands, and equipment setup. They also require different classes of materials and procedures. One of the first differences between commercial and residential has to do with the type of cables used for each type of building. |