For a fiber optic connection, you need an optical network terminal (ONT), a router, and appropriate Ethernet connections for wired devices. The ONT is linked to your router or gateway using an Ethernet cable. The technician powers, tests, and activates the connection to confirm full speed and signal quality. Unlike traditional cable internet, which relies on electrical signals, fiber optics transmits data using light signals through thin glass or plastic strands. This results in faster internet speeds. FTTC (Fiber to the Cabinet): Fiber reaches a nearby cabinet; the last leg uses copper wire. This article focuses primarily on FTTH installation, which delivers the fastest, most reliable performance.
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