Fiber Optic Glossary

FTTB (Fiber to the Building) brings fiber to the building’s basement or utility room, then uses existing cables to reach each unit. It’s a fast, cost-effective way to deliver fiber internet in apartments and offices.

FTTH (Fiber to the Home) is a fiber optic network setup where fiber runs directly into your house, offering ultra-fast, stable internet. Learn how it works, what type of fiber is used, and why it’s the gold standard in broadband.

FTTX (Fiber to the X) refers to various broadband network architectures using optical fiber to deliver internet closer to the end-user. The “X” represents different endpoints like homes, buildings, or curbs. This guide gives a quick overview of FTTX types and their meanings.