Open access networks can be better understand through the 7-layered Open Systems Interconnection model.
The rapidly expanding open access network has historically faced consistent opposition from anti-muni groups.
At the Digital Infrastructure Investment Summit, five experts debate the essence of 'open access networks'.
The model is well-suited to address the problem of indoor connectivity, experts said.
The country boasts internet penetration with 98% served with Gigabit symmetrical speeds.
If the state chose to solely install fiber, underserved communities would be left out, said state broadband leaders.
Panelists from Stealth Communications and Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners addressed operational and financial broadband
Internet for all: Zayo's mission to connect what’s next.
The $100 million plant was announced in June 2023 as part of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to America.
The open access model allows multiple ISPs to use the same infrastructure. That could benefit Gigapower.
Gigapower CEO Bill Hogg and AT&T President Erin Scarborough headline event.
Co-ops can provide stability and a meaningful career while capitalizing on local capital.
Networks need to be more resilient, reliable and flexible for 'unimaginable' applications.
Fiber can connect city systems to make them more efficient.
Latency is essential for future applications, which are on the rise, said experts.
The service provides a centralized communication hub and technical support for open access networks.
Greater reliable and secure broadband bandwidth is necessary to support a quality remote culture and work environment.
Nokia will continue to invest in American manufacturing in the coming years, said CEO.
The manufacturing of the company’s fiber-optic broadband electronics products will start in 2024.
Migrating into a full utility may take decades, but municipalities should be prepared.
Capping the number of providers could solve price war problems, one telecom exec said.
’The industry needs to get off its speed fixation.'
$930 million in federal funding will leverage a total of nearly $1.8 billion in middle mile broadband infrastructure.
The state’s unique fiber sharing model makes all the difference for middle mile builds, say Utahns.
25G PONs are ideal to connect customers to 10G or higher speeds, a Nokia rep said.
The NTIA has acknowledged a clear preference for fiber in its bipartisan infrastructure deployment effort.
UTOPIA continues to expand open access model builds.
In a new joint venture, AT&T will expand its fiber network across the nation.
Broadband infrastructure can be seen as a fourth utility after water, gas and electricity.
County governments can coordinate with ISPs to connect their communities, panel hears.
Network operators can take steps to prevent the biggest risk to open-access networks: A race to the bottom.
Cities are being drawn to open-access deployment models, say panelists.
Industry leaders agreed that fiber deployment should be prioritized, with other technologies supplementing as needed.
Commerce Secretary Raimondo made stops at fiber manufacturing facilities in North Carolina.
Industry experts agreed that reaching each individual consumer is the key to a full-fiber future.
'Getting broadband out to all rural areas and all residents of Lewis County,' Washington.
The company’s CFO compared fixed wireless to ‘empty calories.’
Broadband access and privacy policies present opportunities for bipartisan collaboration, Broadband Breakfast panelists agreed.
The Verizon rival is claiming that the telco unfairly charged it for more space than it occupies on its infrastructure.
The cost of remote fiber deployment can be a deterrent, necessitating creative community solutions.
