Re: My network speed is only 10MB

[John Hasler <jhasler@newsguy.com>]

Stan writes:
> True, single mode vs multi mode.  But you still need
> qualified/experienced installers with the proper tools to do the
> terminations.

As far as I know most use cables cut to length and terminated at the
factory for in-building runs (though it is certainly possible to do it
in the field).

> The end of the fiber must be perfectly flush with the connector edge,
> lest you have an air gap between faces, which causes serious loss at
> the junction.

I believe that most connector systems use a spring to push the fiber
ends together.  Otherwise temperature changes could create a gap.

In any case while in-building fiber may be becoming common in large
organizations it is still rare in small ones.
-- 
John Hasler