Q:What is near-end crosstalk(NEXT)?
A:Near-end crosstalk(NEXT) is an error condition that can occur when
connectors are attached to twisted pair cabling. NEXT is usually caused
by crossed or crushed wire pairs. The error condition does not require
that the wires be crushed so much that the conductors inside become exposed.
Two conductors only need to be close enoughso that the radiating signal
from one of the wires can interfere with the signal traveling on the other.
Most medium- to high-end cable testers are capable of testing for NEXT
errors.
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