Fiber Optic Networks
Is transmission of data a problem for you with your old networking technology? Your company should then consider installing an fiber optic network! Light is passed in the form of light pulses through an optical glass fiber. This beats the conventional way of transmitting information with the help of copper wires, as this method of using optical fiber is faster and is therefore a better option. But due to its higher cost these fiber optic networks are not yet been introduced in mass capacities. The main reason for this being the cost involved with installation and the amount of labor that is generally required.
Due to the higher level of sensitivity, these fiber optic networks need extra attention in care. An outer cable is generally required for glass fiber unlike in copper wires. All this will add to the initial cost of these cables. Most long distance lines in major companies however, have taken advantage of a fiber optic network for the transmission of information. This includes a few telephone companies as well.
Another advantage of optical fiber is that it can carry much larger amounts of information than the usual copper wires, especially over a short distance. In addition to this, optical fiber takes less space and are therefore ideal for fiber optic networks within a small building. Each cable consists of less strands of fiber glass than in an electrical cable. Another addition to technology is the use of Ethernet , which transmits information using optical fibers, over a Local Area Network, commonly known as LAN, the latest being the 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
Fiber optic networks are no longer only used by large companies. It can even be used in your home, instead of using other wireless networks. These optical fibers are generally made of plastic. Now, Ethernet technology can even be used at home! Who wouldn’t want a fast connection? Low power light emitting diodes used in fiber optic networks, can easily be seen, thereby making maintenance relatively easy.
With a greater uploading and downloading speed, these fiber optic networks can also be used in broadband solutions as well. One drawback of a fiber optic network is its vulnerability for hacking. Hence the requirement for a higher security measurement is essential.
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