Lightwave system

Updated: 11/12/2023 by Computer Hope
Fiber-optic cable

A lightwave system is an arrangement or setup that utilizes light instead of electrical signals for communication or data transmission.

For example, in computer networking, optical fibers transmit data using pulses of light. Lightwave systems are known for their high data transfer rates, low signal loss over long distances, and resistance to electromagnetic interference.

Internet service providers that offer high-speed Internet, especially those with speeds over 500 Mpbs, often use lightwave systems to ensure optimal performance. Older data transmission media can suffer from signal degradation and interference, reducing the Internet service quality and speed. Customers today have higher standards, and lightwave systems can meet them more reliably.

Fiber optics, Hardware terms, Network, Signal