Book excerpt: Modern Residential Wiring provides essential information about the tools, materials, equipment, and processes encountered in the electrical trade. The 2005 edition of this comprehensive textbook includes the latest information on installation and repair techniques, as well as recent developments in wiring systems, personal protection equipment, and computer wiring. References to the 2005 National Electrical Code® are made throughout this text to reinforce the importance of installing residential wiring in a safe and professional manner