by Gerlas van den HovenAs demand for bandwidth rises, network operators in Europe are choosing FTTH as the way to provide futureproof broadband communication. A number of large...
by Stephen HardyWhile the twin pillars of network flexibility-tunable lasers and reconfigurable optical/add drop multiplexers-as well as FTTH received their expected due, new ...
by Daniel KofmanA major evolution in the way in which services are provisioned is now taking place in the communications industry.Traditionally, services have been associated ...
by Seamus CrehanDespite lofty industry expectations and a burgeoning Ethernet services market, Ethernet switches have experienced relatively limited deployment in carrier networks...
OLT transceiversTwo optical transceivers have been released for optical line terminals (OLTs) in GPON systems in SFP and SFF formats. These products tolerate wide variations in...
by Wolfgang FischerNew broadband deployments are frequently justified primarily by today’s applications rather than anticipated demands. For example, streaming video content is...
by Meghan FullerToday, tunability is available in the 300 pin multisource agreement (MSA) transponder and is used mostly for sparing and inventory management in long-haul and ...
by Stephen HardyOpVista has recently unveiled the AnyWave Optical Network strategy. OpVista has combined already fielded IP with new technology initiatives to enable companies...
by Meghan FullerMuch like the overall optical communications industry, the WDM filter market has experienced highs and lows since the first components were deployed in systems...
by Stephen HardyA refreshing aura of confidence surrounded this year’s OFC/NFOEC conference and exhibition. Two years ago, exhibitors and attendees expressed hope that the market...
by Frédéric VerluiseToday most people consider optics in telecommunications the way they used to consider electronics: You have cables that you can splice, that you can connect...
