Faster: Gigabit Ethernet

• 1000 Mbit/sec, 1000BASE-T

• Still works on CAT5 cabling, tight fit

• Uses all 4 wire pairs

  • In both directions

• About to get cheap and common

  • $35 SRP for a gigabit network card
  • Being integrated in PC chipset (replacing 100BASE-TX)

• Automatic crossover additional new feature

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