Abstract :
The authors discuss past, present, and future use of fiber optics and optoelectronics, in conjunction with coaxial communications networks, to provide enhanced communications and networking capabilities. The role of network architectures and various options regarding wavelengths and modulation techniques are discussed and compared, as are several scenarios of fiber to the neighborhood, service area, curb, and home
Keywords :
optical cables; optical fibres; optical links; optical modulation; subscriber loops; cable communications networks; coaxial communications networks; communications capabilities; fiber optics; fiber to the neighborhood; fibre-to-the service; fibre-to-the-curb; fibre-to-the-home; modulation techniques; network architectures; networking capabilities; optoelectronics; service area; Bandwidth; Cable TV; Coaxial cables; Communication cables; Communication networks; Intelligent networks; Optical amplifiers; Optical fiber cables; Optical fibers; Power cables;
