Fiber to the Curb (FTTC) refers to a connection variant in which the fiber optic network is extended to the cable junction on the side of the road. From there, data is transmitted to end customers via copper cables. FTTC combines the advantages of the high bandwidth of fiber optic cables on the so-called backhaul route with the existing copper infrastructure on the last mile. As a result, faster Internet connections can be provided without the need for a full fiber optic connection to end customers. The fiber optic connection to the cable distributor enables a powerful connection to the Internet provider's network.
FTTC offers a cost-effective solution to provide fast Internet in residential areas and neighborhoods without the need to completely lay fiber optic cables to end customers. This enables faster delivery of broadband services and helps improve the Internet connection for end customers. FTTC is an interim solution on the way to a more comprehensive fiber optic connection and represents an effective way to take advantage of the benefits of fiber optic technology today.
FTTC requires the expansion of the fiber optic network to the cable junction. VDSL technology and vectoring are also used to improve transmission speeds over existing copper lines. The combination of a fiber optic connection to the cable distributor and improved transmission technologies enables private households to benefit from fast Internet connections with high bandwidths.
Implementing FTTC requires the expansion of the fiber optic network to a cable distributor and the use of VDSL technology and vectoring. Close cooperation between network operators and end customers is also necessary to ensure optimal performance and bandwidth.
