The fiber optic patch cable can be considered as a type of LAN cable. It is typically used to connect devices within a local area network, such as computers, routers, switches, and servers. There are different types of LAN cables, including Ethernet cables (such as Cat5, Cat6, Cat7), fiber patch cable, and coaxial cables, each with its own characteristics and capabilities. A fiber optic patch cable may be made with one of these types of cables, depending on the requirements of the network and the devices being connected.