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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

Throughout our annual magazine, weekly email newsletters and 24/7/365 website, Cabling Installation & Maintenance digs into the essential topics our audience focuses on.

  • Design, Installation and Testing: We explain the bottom-up design of cabling systems, from case histories of actual projects to solutions for specific problems or aspects of the design process. We also look at specific installations using a case-history approach to highlight challenging problems, solutions and unique features. Additionally, we examine evolving test-and-measurement technologies and techniques designed to address the standards-governed and practical-use performance requirements of cabling systems.
  • Technology: We evaluate product innovations and technology trends as they impact a particular product class through interviews with manufacturers, installers and users, as well as contributed articles from subject-matter experts.
  • Data Center: Cabling Installation & Maintenance takes an in-depth look at design and installation workmanship issues as well as the unique technology being deployed specifically for data centers.
  • Physical Security: Focusing on the areas in which security and IT—and the infrastructure for both—interlock and overlap, we pay specific attention to Internet Protocol’s influence over the development of security applications.
  • Standards: Tracking the activities of North American and international standards-making organizations, we provide updates on specifications that are in-progress, looking forward to how they will affect cabling-system design and installation. We also produce articles explaining the practical aspects of designing and installing cabling systems in accordance with the specifications of established standards.

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Take Your Dream Vacation This Summer With These Budgeting Tips

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SPONSORED CONTENT -- (StatePoint) Whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime tour of Europe or your annual trip to a beach house, intentionally budgeting for summer vacation can ensure you don’t throw your finances off course.

According to CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals, here’s how to plan your vacation without breaking the bank:

Be Realistic About Expenses: It’s important to budget for the true cost of the vacation that you have in mind. Beyond big-ticket items, such as airfare, hotel and car rental, be sure to factor in additional expenses you might incur, such as entry to attractions, currency exchange fees, shopping, entertainment and dining out. You should also create a cushion for emergency expenses. If time off from work will mean temporarily earning less income, be sure to account for the income drop as well.

Set Up a Travel Fund: Now that you have a figure in mind, it’s time to save for your goal. Create a specific savings account earmarked for your vacation and automate your contributions. If you need help prioritizing your vacation without letting it derail your other financial goals, work with your financial advisor. You may think of them as someone who only helps you with tasks such as investing for retirement or buying a home, but a CFP® professional is trained to look holistically at your entire financial picture. They can help you plan for the fun things in life!

Stretch Your Dollar: A dream vacation and thoughtful spending can go hand in hand. Here are a few strategies for stretching your vacation dollars:

• Consider timing: While summer travel often centers around kids’ schedules and work responsibilities, if you have flexibility, consider visiting your destination during its “shoulder season.” This is the period between peak season and off-season when you can expect reduced prices and thinner crowds. Timing also matters when it comes to air travel. For example, traveling on a Friday is typically more expensive than a mid-week flight. Play around with dates to find the best rates.

• Eat in: Restaurant bills can really add up. If your vacation home has a kitchen, consider preparing some of your meals. Or visit a local grocery store and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy midday during your explorations.

• Do a home exchange: Rather than run up a large hotel bill, stay in your dream destination free by doing a home exchange. Online home exchange platforms can help ensure there are no surprises at your destination or at home when you return.

To find your CFP® professional who will help you seamlessly work your dream vacation into your budget, visit LetsMakeAPlan.org.

For a truly restful, rejuvenating experience, make sure your travel doesn’t cause you money-related stress. Being realistic about your expenses and working with a financial advisor can help you see the world on a budget.

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