What is a Full End-to-End Network Solution?
A full end-to-end fibre network solution refers to a comprehensive approach to designing, supplying, implementing, and maintaining a fibre network infrastructure. It encompasses every aspect of the network, from the initial consultation and planning stages to the installation of hardware, configuration of software, and ongoing support and maintenance. This holistic solution ensures that all components of the network are seamlessly integrated and optimised to work together efficiently.
To correctly understand the construction of a full end-to-end fibre solution, we must first highlight the core elements of the fibre optic network:
1.) Fibre Optic Cables
2.) Ducting/Containment
3.) Closures
4.) Cords/Pigtails
5.) Connectors
6.) Cabinets
7.) Switches/Transceivers
8.) Routers & Accessories
9.) Panels
Performance benefits of full fibre solutions
End-to-end solutions deliver an abundance of advantages:
1. SPEED - Fibre optic speed is 1Gbps. That’s 10 to 30 times faster than the 30 to 100 Mbps solution most of us are familiar with.
2. RELIABILITY - Cable connections should be fast enough to stream video without interruption, but peak traffic overloads copper systems. That’s where the fibre optic internet versus copper cable speed difference is obvious. Fibre optic can handle more data and users at much higher speeds.
3. NO BUFFERING - Internet providers use “buffering” to prevent system outages during peak times. ISP’s typically lower your cable speed from 100 Mbps to 20Mbps or lower to ration their service. Fibre optic internet speed doesn’t buffer because it’s less susceptible to system overloads.
4. MATCHING SPEED FOR BOTH DOWNLOAD AND UPLOAD – Copper solutions have different speeds for download and upload, and upload speeds are typically slower. That’s based on how people use the internet. Most of us do a lot more downloading than uploading, so internet providers obviously give most of their bandwidth to downloads. With fibre optic systems, the slow upload time is removed, due to their high reliability, removing the worry of a system overload. Providers can give equal speed to uploads and downloads alike. Fibre optic services make it easier to share files and work from home.
5. HIGHER QUALITY TV - With speeds of 100 Mbps or less, copper cable systems will ultimately struggle to consistently stream 4K internet. A fibre optic system running at a less-than-optimal 500Mbps will have no trouble streaming high-quality 4K TV or movies.
6. BETTER GAMEPLAY - Fibre optic speed is the holy grail of gaming. In truth, gaming doesn’t use mega bandwidth. In fact, compared to high-quality video streaming, gaming uses a tiny fraction of the data at less than 1Mbps. So, what’s the problem? It’s consistency. A tiny blip at the wrong moment can get you killed in your game of choice. Little hiccups occur often in a copper solution or DSL connection. Thanks to fibre optic providers, the smooth and constant flow of data means whenever you twitch your mouse or controller, the game follows.
7. HEALTHIER – We’ve all heard of the race for 5G internet access. Providers are scurrying to cover the nation with lightning-fast 5G service. It boasts speeds of 10 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than fibre optic. So why are we even bothering with fibre optics?
One reason is that fibre optic systems may be better for us. The World Health Organization (WHO) says there’s no reason to fear 5G wireless internet because it can’t penetrate human skin. But hundreds of scientists and medical professionals recently petitioned WHO, claiming 5G will boost the potential for cancer. Fibre optic signals remain trapped in their cables, so they don’t carry the same fears. In addition, a fibre optic network uses 70% less energy than a copper network.
8. CONNECTING WITH MULTIPLE DEVICES - We now live in a world where most households have multiple devices. Laptops, PCs, tablets, phones, smart speakers, and other IoT devices. As our internet use increases, our need for reliable and fast data transmission does too.
Fibre optic solution providers can be the household hero. The steady signal with less signal loss and 10 times more bandwidth means that we can connect with multiple tablets, laptops, and several phones at once. Even with different people streaming music and video simultaneously, fibre optics can handle the load.
9. SAFETY/Security - Faster connections from fibre optic service and 5G aren’t just for fun; they’ll make our world a safer place. Due to recent challenges, more of us would like the UK government to improve public safety through a more robust national network. As part of the conversation, emergency services need faster, more reliable internet to get voice, data, and video to help save lives. It can also provide more reliable notice in times of disaster and national security.
Having determined the performance benefits of full fibre solutions, we can now concentrate on the installation and integration of full fibre solutions which, when implemented correctly offer numerous benefits as follows:
1. SIMPLIFIED IMPLEMENTATION – End-to-end solutions can help eliminate the need for various sources being used for system components and accessories. This can reduce planning timescales, lower overall cost, and minimise purchasing errors and product compatibility.
2. INTEGRATION – Purchasing from a quality partner can improve integration as all products provided are designed to work together seamlessly. This helps to ensure that the installed system operates to its full potential without the risk of installation downtime.
3. CUSTOM DESIGN PRECONFIGURATION – Custom designed products can be configured to allow for installations to be conducted with relative ease, reducing the need for skilled labour and install time.
4. SCALABILITY – Solutions can be designed to scale installation for future connections. This helps to provide both a consistent process and a reliable solution for expansion.
5. REDUCED COMPLEXITY – A single vendor supporting an installation removes risk if support is required regarding maintenance or product specifications. This reduces the potential for errors and downtime.
6. COST – Single vendor solutions can help to provide cost savings as one company is providing all components as a consolidated approach.
7. ECONOMY – The ability to be more productive through the use of fibre networks has the potential to help the UK, adding an additional £72 billion to the economy by 2030.
In summary, not taking advantage of the many benefits of fibre optic solutions mentioned above limits potential in environments such as data, telecom, and security. Put simply, why would we choose to operate or maintain a copper or hybrid system instead?
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