10BASE2

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10BASE2

(computing) An early thin form of Ethernet cable

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10BASE2 cable showing the BNC connector end. 10BASE2 cable with a BNC T-connector. 10BASE2 cable end terminator. Source: Internet

Additionally, Apple's 10BASE2 cables were not really feasible for all uses since they only came in fixed lengths and the ends were not detachable, making it very difficult to wire them through walls. Source: Internet

Comparisons to 10BASE-T 10BASE2 networks cannot generally be extended without breaking service temporarily for existing users and the presence of many joints in the cable also makes them very vulnerable to accidental or malicious disruption. Source: Internet

Network design 10BASE2 coax cables have a maximum length of 185 meters (607 ft). Source: Internet

Unfortunately for 10BASE2, by the time multiple home computer networks became common, the format had already been practically superseded. Source: Internet

When wiring a 10BASE2 network, special care has to be taken to ensure that cables are properly connected to all T-connectors, and appropriate terminators are installed. Source: Internet