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CommScope Definitions: What is Edge Computing?
CommScope Definitions: What is Edge Computing?

In the latest entry to the CommScope Definitions series, this blog defines edge computing, a hot topic in the data center industry. What does this mean for service providers and improving the customers experience? Frank Yang explains these and more.

CommScope Staff

February 02, 2018

3 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is Ultra-Low Loss?
CommScope Definitions: What is Ultra-Low Loss?

Fiber is vital to data centers. This network infrastructure is constantly increasing the speed and efficiency, enabling higher data throughput; however, fiber cabling and connections lose a certain amount of signal. Today’s standard of high performance is Ultra-Low Loss. James Young explains this topic as part of the CommScope Definitions blog series.

James Young James Young

August 18, 2017

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is a Fiber Distribution Hub?
CommScope Definitions: What is a Fiber Distribution Hub?

Service Providers continue to deploy fiber deeper into their network. They are searching for innovative ways to deploy this technology that not only has a high fiber count, but also meets the restrictive permitting ordinances. In this blog, we describe the outdoor cabinets referred to as a Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH).

CommScope Staff

January 01, 2017

3 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is C-RAN?
CommScope Definitions: What is C-RAN?

The C-RAN architecture is the future of the wireless network and should be seen as a precursor to 5G. But what is C-RAN? In today’s blog post, Mike Wolfe explains that the term has a couple of different meanings, standing for both “centralized” radio access network (RAN) and also “cloud-based” RAN. This post is the latest in the CommScope Definitions blog series.

Mike Wolfe thumbnail Mike Wolfe

January 01, 2017

3 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What Is QAM?
CommScope Definitions: What Is QAM?

Do you know what QAM technology is? As part of our CommScope Definition blog series, we explain what QAM is, how it can be deployed and why operators can benefit from deploying this technology.

CommScope Staff

January 01, 2017

3 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is a Microduct?
CommScope Definitions: What is a Microduct?

Do you know what a microduct is? As part of our CommScope Definition blog series, Jeremy Brock explains what microducts are, how they can be deployed and why operators can benefit from deploying this solution.

Jeremy Brock Jeremy Brock

January 01, 2017

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is DPoE?
CommScope Definitions: What is DPoE?

In the acronym-heavy world of the broadband and cable television, one acronym stands above them all: DPoE. So what is DPoE? Why should you understand what it means and why is it important? We explain in this blog.

CommScope Staff

January 01, 2017

3 minute read
CommScope Definition: What Is “Blown Fiber” Installation?
CommScope Definition: What Is “Blown Fiber” Installation?

If you have pulled cables through conduit before, you know it can be a difficult job. Did you know that you can use air as a lubricant? Chris Gemme explains the definitions of “blown fiber” and “jetted fiber” and how they can be used to expand a network.

January 01, 2017

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is Structured Cabling?
CommScope Definitions: What is Structured Cabling?

Today’s blog post is the next edition in the “CommScope Definitions” series in which we explain common terms in communications network and data center infrastructure. In this blog, Dave Tanis explains how structured cabling and the related standards organizations have help improve the design, installation and maintenance of IT networks around the world.

CommScope Staff

January 01, 2017

2 minute read