Fiber Optics Quiz

What does FTTx stand for?

• Fiber to the X

• Fiber to the home

• Fiber to the premises

• Fiber to the wireless

What is the main reason for replacing copper cables with fiber optic cables?

• Copper cables are heavier.

• Fiber cables are cheaper to install.

• Fiber cables can carry more data over long distances.

• Fiber cables are easier to maintain.

What is a Passive Optical Network (PON)?

• A point-to-point network that requires powered switches.

• A network structure that requires no electronic switches between the central office and users.

• A wireless network structure.

• A network using copper cables to connect users.

Which technology uses one fiber input to serve multiple users through bi-directional connections?

• Active Optical Network

• Wireless LAN

• PON (Passive Optical Network)

• Ethernet

What was a major hurdle in the widespread deployment of fiber networks?

• Lack of available technology

• High cost of installation

• Low demand for broadband

• Interference with copper networks

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of fiber optics connectivity?

• Resistance to electromagnetic interference

• Easy installation around corners

• High data transmission speed

• Scalability

What is the most significant advantage of fiber over copper in telecommunication networks?

• Fiber is easier to splice.

• Fiber offers lower data transmission speed.

• Fiber can carry more conversations over longer distances.

• Fiber is more expensive than copper.

When did FTTx concept tests first begin in the United States?

• 1985

• 1989

• 1992

• 1994

Which of the following is a disadvantage of fiber optic cables?

• Electromagnetic interference

• Signal degradation over long distances

• Physical fragility

• High susceptibility to corrosion

What term refers to the connection between subscribers and the phone network?

• The core network

• The middle mile

• The last mile

• The first mile