Marine Electrical Systems USCG Q#977 (Set 33)

What Ethernet cabling technology supports the greatest data transfer speeds?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Gigabit Ethernet

Gigabit Ethernet technology supports data transfer rates up to 1000 megabits per second (1 Gbps) or higher. It far exceeds the bandwidth capabilities of older standards like thick, thin, or fast Ethernet, satisfying modern high-speed marine data backbone demands.

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