what is patch panel? what is the use

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A panel of network ports contained together, usually
within a telecommunications closet, that connects incoming
and outgoing lines of a LAN or other communication,
electronic or electrical system. In a LAN, the patch panel
connects the network's computers to each other and to the
outside lines that enable the LAN to connect to the
Internet or another WAN. Connections are made with patch
cords. The patch panel allows circuits to be arranged and
rearranged by plugging and unplugging the patch cords.

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