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Fibre Optic networks Will Be The Way Forward For Home Computer Networks
Is transmission of data a problem for you with your old networking technology? It is time your company should look at fibre optic networks. Light is passed in the form of light pulses through an optical glass fibre.
Since this new innovative method is much faster and reliable than the conventional copper wires. But due to its higher cost these fibre optic networks are not yet been introduced in mass capacities. Another major factor for the less usage of fibre optics is the labour charges involved in installation.
Due to the higher level of sensitivity, these fibre optic networks need extra attention in care. This is why you will find several layers covering the glass fibre in fibre optics. All this adds to the cost of optical fibre being relatively high. fibre optic networks are mostly suited in situations where data is transmitted to longer distances. This includes a few telephone companies as well.
These fibre optic networks can carry higher amounts of data in short distances as well. Another aspiring option in using this kind of a network is the less space it takes. Lesser amount of strands are involved in a fibre optic cable than in a normal copper wire. Another addition to technology is the use of Ethernet , which transmits information using optical fibres, over a Local Area Network, commonly known as LAN, the latest being the 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
Fibre optic networks are no longer only used by large companies. Instead of using wireless networks this fibre optic technology can be easily be implemented in a home based computer networks as well. These optical fibres are mostly manufactured by plastic. Now, Ethernet technology can even be used at home! Who wouldn’t want a fast connection? Low power light emitting diodes used in fibre optic networks, can easily be seen, thereby making maintenance relatively easy.
With a greater uploading and downloading speed, these fibre optic networks can also be used in broadband solutions as well. However it should be remembered that fibre optic networks can be easily hacked. Hence the requirement for a higher security measurement is essential.
PULSE 7/26 Edition