Title :
From Morse code to Terabit communications
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electron. & Electr. Eng., Univ. of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK
Abstract :
In this paper we discuss key historical milestones and technological breakthroughs which have enabled the major advancements in data communications and broadcasting. The main focus is given to data broadcasting using bounded RF and optical waves.
Keywords :
broadcasting; data communication; optical fibre communication; RF waves; data broadcasting; data communications; morse code; optical waves; terabit communications; Erbium-doped fiber amplifier; Laser applications; Lead; Optical fiber communication; Optical fibers; Wavelength division multiplexing; Optical fiber; coaxial cable; laser; multiplexing; optical amplifier; routing; switching;
Conference_Titel :
Telecommunications Conference (HISTELCON), 2010 Second IEEE Region 8 Conference on the History of
Conference_Location :
Madrid
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-7450-9
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-7451-6
DOI :
10.1109/HISTELCON.2010.5735303
