Active Optical Network

GPTKB entity

Statements (18)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:network_protocol
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:AON
gptkbp:contrastsWith Passive Optical Network
PON's passive splitters
gptkbp:enables signal routing
high bandwidth distribution
signal regeneration
gptkbp:features electronic switching
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Active Optical Network
gptkbp:provides dedicated bandwidth per user
gptkbp:requires active components such as switches or routers
power supply at remote nodes
powered equipment at distribution points
gptkbp:supports point-to-point connections
gptkbp:usedBy telecommunications providers
gptkbp:usedIn fiber-optic communications
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Optical_Communication
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6