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.
Learn what an ONT is, how it connects fiber Internet to your home, and what to use instead if you have cable Internet. Explore fiber vs. cable options here.
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.
A router is a small box that translates data from your modem to communicate a Wi-Fi signal to the devices on your local network. Learn more.
Should you invest in your own Internet equipment and buy a gateway or cable modem router instead of a modem? Or, should you rent it from your Internet service provider (ISP)? It depends on cost and your preferences. Here are some pros and cons to help you decide.
A gateway is a small box hardware device that is a combination of both a modem and a router in one. It gives you wireless Internet access by communicating with your ISP and sending a Wi-Fi signal to the devices on your local network. Learn more.
A modem and a router have similar features, but each device has a specific function. You can get away with having just a modem to connect to the Internet, but if you have multiple devices, then you need a router too. Here’s the difference between each device.
There are different types of modems that give you Internet access, including cable modems, DSL modems and dial-up modems. You can also get fiber-optic Internet. Learn the difference between these technologies to choose the right one for you.
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