Factors in Choosing Which DSL to Offer
When selecting which DSL to offer, the technical considerations that a carrier evaluates are length of drop cable, length of fiber, customer bit rate, number of homes supported per ONU, availability of real estate, and cost. They probably also should calculate real user demand for speed.
Why Bother with POTS?
One of the major fault lines separating the various DSLs is whether to have analog POTS service. As the discussions of POTS splitters, inside wiring, and loop qualification have droned on now for years, the case for POTS appears to weaken. The splitter needs professional installation and in Europe is often an active device that requires power. Also, it may be the case that inside wiring is needed. ...
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