 Communications Technology this Month
April 2001
Features
Open Access: The Last Mile
Some operators are neglecting the delivery component of the open-access puzzle. Itâs time to figure out how to manage outages, capacity and spectrum.
Optical Edge
Data traffic is increasing exponentially, and becoming more demanding. To the rescue: Intelligent devices linking cable infrastructure to optical core networks
Video Compression
Senior Technical Editor Jim Farmer compares compressing video to "zipping" computer files or communicating in International (aka Morse) Code.
Common Path Distortion
Pay attention to the predictable behavior of troublesome common path distortion and address its common causes. Your return path will thank you.
Home Networking
If the future belongs to the networked home, then make way for home gateway technology÷the bridge between personal and public domains.
Deployment Showcase
How did AT&T deploy to more than half a million cable telephony customers? Careful planning, close cooperation with vendors and proper training were some of the keys to its success.
Which WDM Technology?
Whether to deploy wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) or dense WDM (DWDM) largely depends on how you see the future.
Network Monitoring
Successful network monitoring solutions donât come easy. Youâll need a customer-oriented approach, trained network technicians, interoperable equipment and disaster contingency plans.
Columns
Broadband
Senior Technical Editor Ron Hranac divulges the secrets to two-way operation success.
Telephony
Telephony Editor Justin Junkus looks at how home networking has become part of the home-buying experience.
SCTE Message
SCTE is gearing up for Cable-Tec Expo 2001 to be held May 8-11 in Orlando. SCTE President John Clark gives you a sneak peek.
Industry Insider
Cable-Tec Expo 2001 is just around the corner. Comcast Communicationâs Brad Dusto tells you whatâs in store for you at the leading event for telecommunications professionals.
News & Opinion
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