A category 5e network cable supports speeds of up to 1 Gbps over a limited distance. Cat 5e network cables and X are the cheapest and obviously most common variants of network patch cables.

However, we recommend that you consider a CAT 6 network LAN cable, as this is not much more expensive and sold in several colours and lengths. If you have demanding or high-end installations, CAT 6A cable, CAT 7 cable or higher is preferred, not least for the most future-proof installation.