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Happy Thursday! The closing ceremony for the Olympics is this weekend. What events have you enjoyed being able to watch this summer?

In This Issue: Do you have a CK sticker? | Dell RN84N 10G | What Is An Optical Transceiver? | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – Do you have a CK sticker?

Happy Thursday!

We hope you’re having a great week. Are you a long time CK Customer or even a recent customer? Either way, you may have noticed that we add a CK Sticker in our orders and change them up. We’d love for you to share a picture of what you do with the stickers you get so we can see. Or better yet, share it on your social media and tag us!

We’re always looking for fun sticker ideas, so if you have an idea, send it our way!

Enjoy the rest of your week!

The CK Team

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Product Spotlights & Updates

The Dell RN84N is a 10 Gigabit SFP+ transceiver module that provides 10GBase-LR connectivity using singlemode fiber (SMF). This transceiver module features duplex LC connectors and operates on an 1310nm wavelength. This module is also hot-swappable so it can be switched out with ease. This module supports a link length of up to 10 km.

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Learning Center Article – What Is An Optical Transceiver? Types And Benefits

Ever wondered what makes high-speed internet and data centers work so efficiently? At the heart of these operations are optical transceivers, small devices crucial for modern communication networks. They convert electrical signals into optical signals, enabling fast and reliable data transmission over fiber optic cables.

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Disney’s post-pandemic box office has been riddled with starts and stops, but midway through 2024 the studio appears to have hit a groove. “Inside Out 2” is the highest-grossing animated movie of all time and has topped $1.5 billion at the global box office. “Deadpool & Wolverine” had the best domestic opening for an R-rated film and has scored more than $850 million in global ticket sales. Still to come this year is “Moana 2,” the hotly anticipated sequel to 2016′s “Moana,” which was the most streamed movie of 2023.
• CVS Health slashed its full-year profit outlook and announced a new plan to cut $2 billion in costs over several years as higher medical costs continue to squeeze the company and the broader U.S. insurance industry.
• Apple could charge its users up to $20 for its advanced artificial intelligence features.
• Check out today’s Olympic schedule here.

Happy Wednesday! We’re halfway through the week. Hang in there, Friday is just around the corner.

In This Issue: A Whirlwind of a Weekend | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Cable | Expert Picks: 4 Best Ethernet Cables for Gaming in 2024 | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – A Whirlwind of a Weekend

Happy Wednesday!

I hope you had a wonderful weekend. As I shared last week, my weekend was a whirl wind but overall turned out great. We celebrated my now one year old on Friday at the Aquarium (photos below) and he LOVED it. There was nothing sweeter than watching him sit in front of the glass and just stare into the tank. After the aquarium, we also took him to Build-A-Bear to take advantage of their “pay your age” birthday bear. Pretty fun! He got to stuff a cute little bear and we walked about paying $1.00 (plus tax) for it.

On Saturday, we had a very simple party for him with our family and it was sweet to just gather, sing happy birthday, and admire his sweet smiles and giggles. We did a smash cake, which was fun but he was very gentle with the smashing part haha.

On Sunday, we had my older brother’s gender reveal party that I was in charge of. It was a pretty sweet experience finding out what he was going to have and surprising them both. One of them was team boy and the other was team girls and well….the result…..team girl!!

All that said, the weekend was nuts and I am exhausted! I’m looking forward to some time to slow down this week and also settle into this house we just moved into 🤪.

Enjoy the week!

Ashley

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Product Spotlights & Updates

Purchasing quality cables and connections is a must to ensure your projects are successful. With the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Cable, A Male to B Male Cable, you can connect two USB A female-style ports. It’s important to note that these cables are not intended to connect two host computers or a computer to a hub.

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Learning Center Article – Expert Picks: 4 Best Ethernet Cables for Gaming in 2024

In the realm of competitive online gaming, achieving high performance depends on a fast and stable Internet connection. Ethernet cable is one of the most important yet often overlooked by common gamers. To ensure consistent performance and low latency. Known for their versatility – unlike the often unreliable Wi-Fi – Patch cables hide hidden gems that can significantly enhance your gaming experience and not just elevate your gaming setup.

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Starting mid-October, most plans for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ will cost $1 to $2 more per month. The price hikes come as Disney continues to push its customers toward bundles to get a bigger bang for their buck.
• Reddit reported earnings for the second time as a public company. Revenue topped analysts’ estimates, and the company’s loss was narrower than analysts expected. The company is getting a boost from data-licensing revenue on top of its advertising business.
• Taco Bell is throwing a bash for the 20th birthday of the Mountain Dew Baja Blast, complete with special items to mark the occasion. To mark the milestone, Taco Bell has joined forces with Stanley to release a limited edition cup. According to a press release, this exclusive item will be available from Aug. 13 at 2 p.m. PST via the Taco Bell app.
• Check out today’s Olympic schedule here.

Happy Tuesday! We hope you’re having a great week. Have you been keeping up with the Olympic medal count? The United States is bringing home 79 medals so far. 21 Gold, 30 Silver & 28 Bronze!

In This Issue: Back to School Season | Kendall Howard 15U Open Wall Rack | What is a Domain Controller? | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – Back to School Season

Good Morning & Happy Tuesday! Hope everyone is off to a great start this week!

I think I’ve mentioned this in the past, but my nieces and nephew live with me part time, and this is back to school week for them! They start tomorrow and are attending a new school this year. They’ve been in a very small homeschool co-op for the past several years, but are transitioning to a fantastic public school which has me both nervous and excited for them!

I think they’re going to thrive in their new school, but also know those “first day nerves” will be intense as they head into an unfamiliar place without an existing network of friends. It’s funny how I’ve noticed my stress levels being higher than normal the past few days as we get closer and closer to Wednesday. I might be feeling those back to school nerves more than they are!

I think we’ll all breathe a sigh of relief once the first day is over!

Rebecca

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Product Spotlights & Updates

The Kendall Howard 15U is an 18” deep, durable open frame rack that is designed to securely store and organize network equipment such as switches, patch panels, A/V devices and and other non- rack mountable IT equipment in a compact and space-saving manner. The rack is made up of Cold Rolled Sheet with a black powdered finish and includes universal top and bottom frames allowing the rack to support a variety of equipment.

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Learning Center Article – What Is a Domain Controller?

One of the most important aspects of managing a business network is security. Many businesses store sensitive information — such as contact information for customers and clients. If third parties could easily access that information, it could create dangerous liabilities for your business.

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Kraft Mac & Cheese is available in two new taste-tempting varieties, Jalapeño and Ranch, allowing fans the opportunity to go on a little bit of a taste exploration while still enjoying the classic meal.
• McDonald’s has started trials of its new bigger burger — the Big Arch. By using a brand name rather than a descriptor, companies can “signal superiority”. The Golden Arches are synonymous with McDonald’s, just like Grimace and the Hamburglar.
• Wendy’s has launched a $1 Honey Buddy sandwich. Only available on Monday mornings, because everyone needs a pick me up on Monday mornings, this sandwich costs just $1, as long as you order something else on the menu.
• Check out today’s Olympic schedule here.

Happy Monday! We hope you had a wonderful weekend! If we can be praying for you this week, please let us know. For those being impacted by Hurricane Betty, we’re praying for you!

In This Issue: Time Away & A Successful Camping Trip | Meraki Twinax Cable with SFP+ Connectors | SFP-10G-LR vs. SFP-10G-LR-S | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – Time Away & A Successful Camping Trip

Happy Monday!

We made it safely back from our long weekend camping trip and it was a bit rainy, but great nonetheless. We went back to DeSoto Falls Recreation Area to camp, which is in North Georgia, about 30 mins away from Cleveland, GA. The kids had fun playing in the creek steps away from the campsite and made a couple of friends from the campsite next door. I enjoyed cooking on the campfire and taking naps in my hammock.

On the last full day of the camping trip, one of our neighbors who I can only positively describe as a Turkish Santa Claus (when we first met he wore a Santa hat and had a great white beard, but was a fit 57 year old dude), invited me over for dinner. It turns out he and his Turkish friends (one who flew in from the Netherlands), decided on a whim to go camping. The Turkish Santa Claus, as it turns out, was also a FreeMason and a vegetarian, and a very good cook. We had some Turkish tea, a rice dish, salad, and all manner of grilled vegetables. One of his friends also shared some baklava flown in from Turkey the night before, and it was the best baklava I’ve ever had. This was at first an awkward interaction, but as we settled down for the meal, it felt great to connect with people that I wouldn’t have normally connected with. These guys happened to be Muslim, and that added another interesting dynamic. There were many similarities and certainly differences between our culture and religions, but it was a great experience overall.

Other than that I’m praying for safety for the folks down South dealing with Hurricane Betty. I hope you have a great day and a wonderful week!

Cris

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Product Spotlights & Updates

Enhance your 10 Gigabit Ethernet network with the MA-CBL-TA-1M Meraki Twinax Cable. This 1-meter direct attach cable, equipped with SFP+ connectors, is compatible with MS125, MS225, MS250, MS350, MS355, MS390, MS410, and MS425 switches. Perfect for reliable and high-speed data transfer, this refurbished cable offers a cost-effective solution for optimizing your network performance.

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Learning Center Article – SFP-10G-LR vs. SFP-10G-LR-S

In today’s rapidly changing networking world, finding the right balance between performance and reliability can feel overwhelming. Cisco’s SFP-10G-LR and SFP-10G-LR-S modules are essential for high-speed, long-distance data transmission. But which one is the right fit for you?

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Hurricane Debby is roaring across Florida as a Category 1 hurricane after making landfall Monday morning. A hurricane warning was issued for Florida’s Big Bend area, from near Cedar Key to Apalachicola.
• NASA issued a sudden warning after a massive 410-foot asteroid ‘2024 OC’ was spotted hurtling towards Earth at a scary speed on August 4. Read more here.
  The Neuralink implant is now at work in a second patient, and this time, almost half of the device’s electrodes are working.
• Sustainable diapers brand Kudos is set to launch in 375 Target stores nationwide as it looks to disrupt the legacy consumer products industry. Kudos, founded by “Shark Tank” alum Amrita
• Saigal, makes diapers that are 100% lined with cotton and made with other degradable materials like sugarcane and trees.

Happy Friday! Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead. Do you have any plans? We’d love to hear about them!

In This Issue: A Big Day, Big Week & Even Bigger Weekend | Yealink MP58-TEAMS | Aruba Switches vs Cisco Switches | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – A Big Day, Big Week & Even Bigger Weekend

Happy Friday!

This week, you’re hearing from me twice…exciting, right?! I hope you’re enjoying your Friday so far! I’m about to head out of the office for the rest of the day to celebrate my little guy turning ONE today. As I shared on Wednesday, I’m just so shocked at where the time has gone!

Anyway, today we’re heading out to the Georgia Aquarium and I can’t wait! Our little guy loves Nemo and really all things fish, so I’m pumped to see his reaction. Tomorrow, we’re having a little party for him with our family that is also Nemo themed. Next week, I’ll share some photos.

Sunday is also going to be a big day for our family as we’re having a gender reveal party for my older brother and his partner to see what their little nugget will be. I already know (as I am the secret keeper)…and I can’t wait to give them the big news around all of their friends and family. It’s going to be a blast (literally….because we’re blowing up some powder for this thing haha).

That said, next week I’m going to be finding some time to relax and just smell the roses because this week has been and will continue to be a week! How do you find ways to relax during the work week? Or how do you try and reset after a big week and weekend?

Hope you have a wonderful weekend! Grateful to have you as part of this community.

Ashley

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Product Spotlights & Updates

The MP58 Teams Edition phone is a high-quality Smart Business Desk Phone that is perfect for executives and professionals. It is based on an Android 9.0 operating system and comes with a new, powerful chipset to provide a secure, stable, and optimized performance.

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Learning Center Article – Aruba Switches vs Cisco Switches

When it comes to network switches, the variety of options can be overwhelming. There’s a specific switch for every niche networking role, and there are a dozen different brands making that one class of switch. Out of all of those options, two leading brands are preferred in many professional networks: Aruba and Cisco.

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Stargazers should have their eyes fixed on the skies, as astronomers say a “once-in-a-lifetime” view of an astronomical explosion is expected any night. T Coronae Borealis, also known as the “Blaze Star,” is actually a pair of stars located 3,000 light-years away. The star system is a recurring nova, with Earth-visible explosions every 79 to 80 years.
• Starting this week, Kohl’s is opening 200 Babies R Us shops across the country.
• UConn star Paige Bueckers will sign a name, image and likeness deal with the new women’s basketball league Unrivaled.
• Streaming sports service Venu Sports said it will cost $42.99 a month and plans to launch this fall.

Happy Thursday! We’re almost through the week—keep pushing and checking off that to-do list one task at a time. Cheers!

In This Issue: Gold Medal Deals | HP Hard Drive | Best LC Fiber Connectors to Upgrade Your Network | News to Start Your Day

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The CK Daily – Gold Medal Deals

Happy Thursday!

We hope you’re having a great week. In spirit of the Olympics being in full swing, we’ve got some gold medal deals just for you!

Our Deals Page is packed with amazing offers, featuring discounts of more than 50% off on a wide range of products. From essential cables and connectors to high-performance switches and accessories, you’ll find everything you need at prices that can’t be beat.

Why pay more when you can get the best for less? Our Deals Page is updated regularly, so there’s always something new to discover. Whether you’re upgrading your home office, expanding your business network, or simply stocking up on spare parts, now is the perfect time to stock up and save big!

Happy savings!

The CK Team

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Product Spotlights & Updates

CablesAndkits.com is proud to offer the best of both worlds, HP and Dell hard drives. These hard drives are HP and Dell original. The SAS hard drives operate in a state of the art performance for hosting high transaction applications. The SAS hard drives are available in 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) and comes in a wide selection of storage capacity. Each hard drive is wiped of previous information and is fully tested.

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Learning Center Article – Best LC Fiber Connectors to Upgrade Your Network Today!

Are you aiming to ramp up your network’s efficiency? Look no further! LC fiber connectors may be compact, but they excel at optimizing data flow and boosting bandwidth, making them a prime choice for upgrading your network today.

This article explores some of the top-performing LC fiber connectors currently on the market, guaranteed to revolutionize your network capabilities.

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Today’s News to Start Your Day:

• Jasmine Moore makes history as first American woman to qualify for Olympic triple jump, long jump.
  Yum Brands said hundreds of Taco Bell locations in the U.S. will use artificial intelligence in drive-thru lanes by the end of 2024.
• 23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki has submitted a proposal to take the genetic testing company private. She is prepared to acquire all of 23andMe’s outstanding shares of common stock in cash for 40 cents per share.
• Aside from a medal, a stuffed toy of the Olympics mascot and a “mysterious” box containing the official event poster, some medalists receive additional financial rewards for their efforts. Read more here.