Question : Problem: Most common type of fiber connector available in network devices

Greetings,
I am connecting two buildings 600 feet run with a multi-mode 62.5/125 fiber.  

(1) I haven't purchased the network switches into which these will be plugged in.  What is the most common type of connectors available now and will be around in the near future.  I do not want to end up putting a connector type for which, I will have a hard time finding network devices, when I choose to upgrade the switches later  MT-RJ?
I read the following link in wiki, but it don't tell me which is the safest bet
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optical_fiber_connector

(2) Direct burial cables are more expensive.  I did not see fiber cables that are rated for exterior use.  So is it ok, if I put them in a conduit and bury them.  What about condensation, are there special conduits for fiber with condensation drains ?

(3)  Can I buy the 500 feet listed below and connect that to a 100 feet from the same manufacturer with some inline coupling?  what would be the db loss ?

Thanks
Shaw

Answer : Problem: Most common type of fiber connector available in network devices

Standards are from TIA/EIA.  You can search around those terms - you have to pay for them if you want to actually read the real standard.

From what I've been told about conduit - your cable WILL be in water.  That's why you need outside plant cable.

Data copper to fiber is easy with a transceiver.  Phone and video on the other hand ... I don't know.   A good site for all kinds of weird electronics need is http://www.blackbox.com  - you can call their pre-sales support and tell them your problem and they will come up with a suggested product to meet your need.
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