Learn – Consumer – Fiber – Comparisons

GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) and EPON (Ethernet Passive Optical Network) are both PON protocols that serve Ethernet acces to users over a fiber-optic network. Learn more about the difference and how they work.

OLT stands for Optical Line Terminal. It is you Internet service providers’ (ISP) equipment. ONT stands for Optical Network Terminal. This is the equipment on your end. Learn more about how they fit into your fiber optic network.