Cat 5e cables enable a convenient and reliable connection from one network device, such as a switch, modem, or router, to another or to the infrastructure at large through a patch panel, keystone jack, or wall outlet. These cables are also commonly used in small office and home network and entertainment applications. They are tested up to 100 MHz (Cat 5e standard) and are backwards compatible with Cat 5 cables. They are produced with latch protection, which prevents the connector from being damaged. F/UTP shielding protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI). The cables feature slimline strain relief and gold-plated pins.