CAT7 cables are faster network cables than CAT6a. They 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. The cables are tested up to 600MHz (CAT7 standard) but are manufactured with CAT6a connectors, which meet the minimum standard up to 500MHz and are backwards compatible with CAT6a, CAT6, CAT5e, and CAT5 cables. Each cable is manufactured with a snagless design that prevents the connector from being damaged when you install the cable in tight spaces. Furthermore, this cable is manufactured with shielding, protecting against electromagnetic interference (EMI). EMI can cause crosstalk between circuits, resulting in data degradation, increased errors, and slower transmission rates. By using this shielded cable, you can avoid these problems.