Cat 5 cabling offers a cost-effective and reliable solution for commercial building networks, especially for basic data and voice needs. It supports speeds up to 100 Mbps and can handle both telephone and data transmission, making it versatile for typical office environments. Its widespread availability and ease of installation help reduce overall setup costs and time.
While it’s ideal for shorter cable runs up to 100 meters, Cat 5 is also compatible with older network equipment, which is useful in buildings with legacy systems. Though not the fastest option today, Cat 5 cabling remains a practical choice for many commercial spaces focused on standard networking requirements without the need for the latest high-speed capabilities.
