Fiber To The Cabinet (FTTCFTTC Fiber To The Cabinet (FTTC) denotes a network architecture partly consisting of a copper ADSL cable and partly of a fiber-optic cable. The former travels the shortest route, connecting the user’s modem to the switching box, while the latter, the fiber cable, completes the route all the way to the exchange.) denotes a networkNetwork In computer language, the term network defines a set of hardware and software devices which, when linked together, enable the exchange and sharing of resources, data or information. In a computer network, the devices that generate, route and terminate data are called network nodes. architecture partly consisting of a copper ADSLADSL ADSL, Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, is one of the cable broadband technologies which, via a modem, uses the normal copper twisted pair and transforms the traditional telephone line into a high-speed digital connection. This type of connection is referred to as ‘asymmetric’ because it permits two different speeds: a higher download speed to receive data and a limited upload speed to transmit it. Operating in Italy since 2000, the quality of an ADSL connection depends on the consistency of the copper, the distance of the main collector, and, last but not least, whether or not the distributor is connected via fiber optics to the rest of the network. cable and partly of a fiber-optic cable. The former travels the shortest route, connecting the user’s modem to the switching box, while the latter, the fiber cable, completes the route all the way to the exchange.
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Tecnology and Innovation
FTTH fiber optics in the era of clean energy
On International Clean Energy Day, Open Fiber highlights the role that technology plays in the green transition. FTTHFTTH “Fiber to the Home” is the technology that connects POPs, located in exchanges, to end users’ property units with fiber optics. (“Fiber to the Home”) networks not only arethe most energy-efficient infrastructures, but they are also a […]
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Open Fiber World
Breakthrough in connectivity: speeds up to 100 Gbps
Open Fiber, in collaboration with Nokia, has successfully trialled fibre optic connection speeds reaching up to 100 Gbps, marking a first in Italy’s access networks. In the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape, we strive to stand out through innovation, surpassing current connectivity limits. With Nokia‘s support, we have recently achieved successful tests of fibre optic connection […]
23.12.24
Sustainability
FTTH Fibre: driving science, development, and sustainability
We have delved into the pivotal role of FTTHFTTH “Fiber to the Home” is the technology that connects POPs, located in exchanges, to end users’ property units with fiber optics. fibre optics in advancing global scientific collaboration. Science thrives on tools that enable the seamless exchange of knowledge, foster collaboration among researchers, and provide access […]
28.11.24
Tecnology and Innovation
Optical fibre and quantum computing: journeying into the future
Quantum computing can solve complex problems in fractions of a second. Yet, to unlock its full potential, equally advanced infrastructure is required. Optical fibre provides the speed and stability necessary to transport delicate quantum information wherever it is needed. This article explores how this technology is supporting the development of quantum computing and its role […]
30.10.24
Sustainability
From fibre optics to roads: how digitals network support sustainable mobility
FTTHFTTH “Fiber to the Home” is the technology that connects POPs, located in exchanges, to end users’ property units with fiber optics. fibre optic technology forms the backboneBackbone This term refers to a very high-speed network that connects other networks. For example, the Open Fiber backbone connects the cities covered by the service. Another example […]