Evolution of Transmission Media in Communication Networks

What is one of the reasons for the increased use of optical fibre as a transmission media?

How has the requirement for bandwidth changed over time according to the text?

What technological advancement contributed to the convergence of the access network according to the text?

How are client terminals described in the text?

What is a key aspect of the architecture mentioned for the Next Generation network in the text?

How have client terminals improved their human interface according to the text?

Who is credited with identifying the critical specification for long-range communication devices in 1964?

In which year did Corning Glass develop fiber-optic wire capable of carrying 65,000 times more information than copper wire?

What played a crucial role in reducing light loss in fiber optics according to the text?

Who tested and deployed the world's first live telephone traffic through a fiber-optic system running at 6 Mbps in Long Beach, California?

What was the loss of multimode germanium-doped fiber developed in June of 1972 per kilometer according to the text?

Which company invented fiber-optic wire capable of carrying 65,000 times more information than copper wire?

What is the objective of the unit 'Concept of Optical Fiber Communication'?

Which ancient technique involved using light to transmit information?

What was used to encode optical signals during the second century B.C.?

Which technology is NOT covered in the unit 'Concept of Optical Fiber Communication'?

What is the focus of the section 'OFC laying and Installation practices (Sec-I)'?

Which topic would you expect to learn about in the unit 'CPAN and OTN Technology overview'?

What is one of the key aspects covered in the unit 'Concept of Optical Fiber Communication'?

What is the main focus of FTTH (Fiber to the Home) technology?

What was one of the ancient techniques mentioned for transmitting information using light signals?

How does FTTH technology contribute to modern communication infrastructure?

What is a crucial skill for technicians working with optical fibers in terms of installation and maintenance?

What technological advancements have played a significant role in the adoption of optical fibre as a transmission media?

How have client terminals evolved in terms of capabilities according to the text?

What is the architecture referred to as the future of networks in the text?

What technology is driving the convergence of the access network according to the text?

In what way have client terminals improved their human interface based on the information provided?

What is one of the advantages of optical fiber communication mentioned in the text?

Which of the following is NOT listed as a common application of optical fibers in the text?

What is the typical range of transmission distances mentioned for optical fiber applications in the text?

In optical fiber communication, what contributes to the greater transmission bandwidth compared to conventional systems?

Which technology is NOT explicitly associated with Optical Fiber Communication in the text?

What critical and theoretical specification was identified by Dr. Charles K. Kao for long-range communication devices?

What was a key advancement in fiber optics developed by Corning Glass in June 1972?

What technology was capable of carrying 65,000 times more information than copper wire, according to the text?

How did General Telephone and Electronics demonstrate the capabilities of fiber-optic systems in April 1977?

What is the significance of FTTH technology in optical communication networks?

What is the key benefit of using single-mode fiber optics compared to multimode fibers?

In the context of fiber optic cables, what is the main advantage of tight-buffered cable designs?

What is the primary use of single-fiber tight-buffered cables in fiber optic networks?

Which factor contributes significantly to the majority of outside-plant installations using loose-tube cable?

What distinguishes the construction of tight-buffer tube cable from loose-buffer tube cable in fiber optic networks?

What is the main advantage of using optical fibers over metal wires for communication?

What is the role of fusion splicing in optical fiber technology?

How does Fiber to the Home (FTTH) technology contribute to modern communication infrastructure?

What is the significance of optical fibers acting as a 'waveguide' in communication systems?

How does Fiber to the Home (FTTH) technology differ from traditional copper wire connections?

What is the key feature of all-dielectric, self-supporting aerial cables (ADSS)?

Why do many industries, particularly the telecommunications sector, prefer optical fiber over copper wire?

What distinguishes different types of single-mode and multimode fibers in optical fiber classification?

What is the main objective of the unit on splicing of optical fiber?

Why are all-dielectric, self-supporting aerial cables suitable for applications adjacent to aerial power transmission lines?

In terms of FTTH technology, what is one of the primary reasons for its widespread adoption in modern communication networks?

Which material provides high tensile strength to cables in an all-dielectric, self-supporting aerial cable?