Crossover or Straightthrough cable

[nawaz]

I would like to know to connect from my modem to pc lan card.
Which cable is better one. I heard that Straightthrough cable is better. But if I use crossover cable the speed may increases or what. will crossover cable is good.

I need some clarification. I am having sigle pc with modem.

[creos]

Did you get an answer on this?
I would like to know what is one used for and the other?
Also which wires are switched?
Thanks
Creos

[c_hugh]

for cross over don't you cross 1&3 and 2&6 for this type of situation? i am a newbie so I am not sure but I think that is correct

[creos]

thanks very much
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