Fibre optic systems in UK and in Europe

The major differences in approaches taken by European administrations to the application of fiber-optic systems are highlighted. The emergence of a comprehensive European undersea system network based on optical fibers is identified and reviewed. Point-to-point systems in use and under development are described. It is concluded that although optical fiber is becoming the preferred medium for long-haul-network growth, no consensus of opinion has yet emerged about the optimum local-access topology.<
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