Twisted pair: A type of cabling used for data and voice communications, characterized by pairs of wires twisted together. The twisting helps to reduce interference and noise. This cable type can be found in various versions, including unshielded twisted pair (UTP) and shielded twisted pair (STP), each offering different levels of protection against electromagnetic interference.
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