Q&A for How to Make a Network Cable

Cat5e for network purposes is used in point-to-point topology. Simple: one socket or jack equals one wire.

You should use a wire stripper. However, it is possible to do it with scissors, with a bit of force and hassle.

The wire thickness and the procedure of making a custom cable is a tad different.

No, this is not possible. You can't plug a guitar-plug into a Ethernet port. Also, in order to have a working connection, you need to use all cables.