What is the typical range of a standard Ethernet cable?

The typical range of a standard Ethernet cable, particularly the commonly used Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6a cables, is up to 100 meters. This range is defined to ensure effective data transmission without significant signal loss or degradation. The first 90 meters are typically used for solid cabling within walls and between network devices, while the remaining 10 meters can include patch cords. Beyond this distance, the potential for interference and attenuation increases, which can lead to reduced performance. Therefore, a limitation to 100 meters is established to guarantee reliable connectivity in networking environments.