Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP): A type of cable used in networking that consists of pairs of twisted copper wires, which are surrounded by minimal protective insulation. UTP cables are commonly used for data transmission over short to medium distances, such as within a building or between nearby buildings, with examples including Ethernet and telephone cables.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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