Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) and Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) have allowed engineers to greatly increase data transfer rates over fiber optic cable. Unfortunately, both techniques are limited in that each wavelength must be assigned to a specific data stream. Now scientists are working or creating a wavelength technology that can handle data packets.
The broadband boom is creating an ever-increasing demand for more capacity and higher rates of data transfer on both fixed-line and wireless networks. Helping to meet that demand, without the need to lay costly new infrastructure, is the LABELS project.
Fiber to the Home
