Infrastructure
Speed Focus Could Harm Telecom Industry, Plume CCO Says at Fiber Connect 2021
Companies disagree about what fiber providers should prioritize, and whether hard standards should be set.
Fiber
Fiber-optic technology is the gold standard for home or commercial broadband, and powers wireless connectivity. It delivers high speed and reliability, as well as vastly higher bandwidth.
Infrastructure
‘If It’s Not Fiber, It’s Not Broadband’: C Spire Reflects on Broadband after Covid
Hu Meena argued for fiber as preferred technology, as debate rages about what Congress should focus on.
Infrastructure
Debate on Open Access Networks Must Be Framed Through Cooperation
Fiber Connect 2021 panel breaks down how open access models work, and how discussion can be framed.
Fiber
Community Broadband Networks: Huntsville, Alabama, Shows Benefits of Dark Fiber Networks
Huntsville Utilities has constructed a fiber network to nearly every residence and business but not directly connected the properties.
5G Wireless
Infrastructure Bill With Higher Speeds, 5G Apple Phones, California Broadband, FTC Bill
Leaked infra proposal has base 100 Mbps speeds, Apple’s phones getting 5G, Newsom signs broadband bill, FTC money recovery bill.
Infrastructure
Congress Must Support Multiple Broadband Technologies, Wireless Association Says
Debate has pitted certain tech over others, but the WIA says all broadband tech must be considered.
Infrastructure
Broadband Breakfast Panelists Pitch Solutions for Finer Broadband Mapping Data
Experts argue for significant changes in order for broadband mapping efforts to be successful.
Infrastructure
Simpler Fiber Connections Reducing Training Demands, Truck Rolls And Cost, Experts Say
New, easier fiber installations could address shortage in trained staff.
Infrastructure
Fiber Should Lead Future of Broadband, But Other Technologies Important Compliments
More experts weigh in on the fiber debate, but point to other technologies as important for the future of connectivity.
Infrastructure
Open Access Opportunity for Municipalities to Allay Competition Concerns
Open access provisions in municipal builds could alleviate fears of competition concerns with ISPs.
Expert Opinion
Robert Kubik, John Godfrey and Derek Johnston: After a Decade of Progress, What’s Next for 5G?
A decade after the advent of LTE, the next-generation 5G will be, and already is, a critical resource for Americans.
Infrastructure
Lower Deployment Costs Could Incent More Fiber Installs, Consultants Say
Consultancy says fiber deployment costs are going down, which could mean more pure fiber plays.
Infrastructure
Expert Touts Fiber As Only Method Of Deployment That Can Address Modern Broadband Needs
Ernesto Falcon of the EFF says expansion of fiber is the only way California keeps up with demand for broadband.
Infrastructure
Surveying Broadband Issues Faced by Students Under COVID-19, CoSN Offers Its Recommendations
The speed of the broadband service used was only one component of the issues students faced.
Infrastructure
US Telecom Report on American vs. European Broadband, COVID Patent Policy, A ‘Dark Force’ in Utah
This was not the first time Darth Vader strode into a council chamber, but this time he had positive news.
Infrastructure
Gigabit Speeds: Marketing Spin or A Necessity for the Future?
Experts discuss the short- and long-term need for gigabit speeds.
