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Fiber Optic Internet – A Complete Guide
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PON, EPON, GPON: Everything You Need to Know
A look at the basics of fiber optic networking, including an explanation of PON, EPON, GPON and understanding OLT, ONT/ONU and more.
What is a Passive Optical Network (PON)?
A passive optical network (PON) is a fiber-optic network that allows an Internet service provider (ISP) and consumer to communicate. This is how you get broadband access with fiber-optic services (FiOS). PON is one protocol. Learn more.
What is GPON technology?
GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) is a next-generation PON standard that allows more fiberoptic-coverage and flexibility. Learn more.
What is an ONT used for?
ONT stands for Optical Network Terminal. It is the endpoint device in a fiber to the home (FTTH) or fiber to the business (FTTB) system. Learn more.
What is an ONT?
ONT stands for Optical Network Terminal. It is the device that communicates with your Internet service provider (ISP) on a fiber-optic Internet network. Learn more.
What is a Fiber Optic Router?
A fiber optic router is a small box that translates data from your fiber modem (or ONT) to communicate a Wi-Fi signal to the devices on your local network. Learn more.