Abstract
Fiber has been envisioned for delivering broadband services to the residential
customer for over 30 years, yet it has only recently entered the mainstream.
Currently, fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) is being installed in many countries at
remarkable rates (even though it still constitutes only a fraction of all
broadband lines in most countries). Other lightwave transmission technologies
have progressed far faster. What has held FTTH up for so long? What improvements
along the way have occurred? What recent changes have made it successful?
This article follows the progress in moving fiber toward the home and major
architectural changes that have reduced costs while increasing capabilities
to meet today's needs.
© 2008 IEEE
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