While buying a cable, the difficult part is attaching the cable connector
. So, it is advisable to buy prefabricated cables where the cables are already attached. The prefabricated cables are handy and much easy to use.
A cable of the type Thinnet is sold in the market with the lengths of about 25, 50 or even 100 feet. You have a choice to buy prefabricated twisted pair cables or you need to take the initiative to connect the connector to your cable.
Here are some tips to remember while dealing with a cable:
Count the number of cables that you require. While buying, always take more cables than required especially when the cables are to be used inside the walls. Make sure that there is no interference like big lights or motors while you are running a cable. If you are running a cable across the common walkway, then ensure to cover it with a small and fashionable rug so that the people see the rug and do not try to trip on the cords. If there are numerous cables gathering at one place, then try to make use of cable ties in order to tie them together. You may wish to use a masking tape on the cable but, it would be a bad idea because when you peel it off in a year or two, the sticky glue will remain on the cords. It will be very difficult to clean it up at a later stage. At this time, you may regret of not using the cable tie to maintain several cables.