Book excerpt: This Book Covers All Aspects Of Network And Communications Cabling, Including Physical Characteristics Of The Various Types Of Cabling, Installation Design And Implementation Guidelines, Cabling Standards And Specifications, Software And Hardware Tools For Testing And Monitoring Installations, And Premises Wiring. With A Heavy Focus On Developing Hands-On Skills And Including Many Labs And Group Exercises For Learning Reinforcement, The Book Thoroughly Prepares Readers For The Certification Objectives Covered In The BICSI, NACSE And ETA Exams.