• punch blocks separately terminate each wire
• advantages:
  • takes less space, because you won't use all the jacks all the time
  • scares away the novices
• disadvantages:
  • hard to troubleshoot
  • requires special tools, training
  • tracing cables can loosen other connections
• standard network jacks
• advantages:
  • everything gets tested at initial install
  • more durable than punch blocks
  • only the patch cables see wear & tear
  • can be permanently labeled at install time
  • no special training required
• disadvantages:
  • novices may feel comfortable moving cables
  • connecting unused jacks can waste money & capacity

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