Can Network Cable Transmission Speeds Be Independently Controlled?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the possibility of independently controlling the transmission speeds of network cables, specifically focusing on delaying the send and/or receive functions. Participants explore the technical aspects of bandwidth management and the tools required for such control.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the feasibility of delaying send and receive functions on network cables, seeking a schematic or method for separate control.
  • Another participant suggests that high-end routers may provide the functionality needed to control transmission speeds.
  • A different participant expresses confusion regarding the original question, clarifying that network cables are merely the medium for data transport and questioning the intent behind throttling data to the TCP/IP stack.
  • There is a suggestion about assigning bandwidth to different users as a potential solution.
  • One participant asserts that it is possible to control bandwidth using a bandwidth monitor with a limiter, asking about administrative access to the computers involved.
  • A post unrelated to the main topic introduces a question about controlling traffic lights with an ambulance siren, which is met with confusion and a reminder that it does not belong in this thread.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have differing views on the methods available for controlling network transmission speeds, with some suggesting high-end routers while others question the feasibility of the original inquiry. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specific mechanisms for achieving independent control.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in understanding the technical requirements and assumptions about the capabilities of network hardware and software. The discussion also includes an unrelated query that may distract from the main topic.

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I was wondering if there is a schematic or if anyone knows of a way to delay the send and/or the receive of a network cable. Preferable separate circuits. For example can I control how fast people on my network receive but not control the send. May be in the wrong place but i really need help on this one. Thanks
 
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That's a function of high-end routers. There probably isn't any other reasonable way to do it.
 
I don't understand your question completely. Network cables don't send and receive, its just the physical medium used to transport the data. What are you trying to do, throtle the amount of data that a device is able to receive into the tcp/ip stack?
 
assigning bandwidth to diff. users?
 
Of course you can! :cool:

All you need is a bandwidth monitor with a limiter.

Do you have administration access to each computer?
or are they computers that people bring and plug in?
 
please if u can guide me in my project of controlling traffic lights by an ambulance siren,please do reply me
 
O_o

ATTIQUE UR REHMAN said:
please if u can guide me in my project of controlling traffic lights by an ambulance siren,please do reply me

:bugeye: erm.. :rolleyes:

First off- that question doesn't belong to this thread

Secondly- if you drive an ambulence that is equipped with a siren, you will already know how to change the lights.

Thirdly- if you don't drive an ambulence, but have attached a siren to a vehicle... um.. yeah..
 

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