A data transmission technology that uses Light instead of Electricity.
Light Technology
Fibre Optic Network Setup
Fibre optic cables are Half Duplex - data can flow either way, but for the most part they are used 1-way. This means you always require 2 cables for fibre optic networks: One for recieving and one for sending
Fibre Optic Connector Types
Straight Tip (ST)
These are Half Duplex.
Used in Single-mode Fibre
Square/Subscriber Connector (SC)
These are Half Duplex.
Used in Single-mode Fibre
Lucent/Local Connector (LC)
The newest connectors. These are Full Duplex and are designed to support 2 fibre optic cables in 1 connector.
Used in Multimode Fibre