In this editorial, we first set the context for the subject matter of this special issue on passive
optical network (PON) supported networking. This context includes a discussion of optical …

Optical access solutions have attracted the attention of researchers from both academia and
industry for a long time. In the past these solutions were not cost effective for service …

This chapter describes the recent advances made in broadband access network
architectures employing Passive Optical Networks (PONs). The potential of PONs to deliver …

Passive optical networks are the most important class of fiber access systems in the world
today. This article first reviews the reasons why the PON as a general architecture is so …

This paper presents a realistic description on various Passive optical network (PON)
technologies. A brief comparison between salient features of different PON technologies is …

With the advances in optical technology, the span of a broadband access network using
Passive Optical Network (PON) technology can be increased from today's standard of 20 km …

Feature Issue on Passive Optical Network Architectures and Technologies We review the
history of passive optical networking development and deployments in North America. The …

This paper describes an evolution of passive optical network (PON) technology deployment,
which has primarily focused on residential markets, with triple play services consisting of …

Describes the major architectures, standards, and technologies of Passive Optical Networks
(PONs) The ComSoc Guide to Passive Optical Networks provides readers with a concise …

This paper first reviews and describes various technologies that are enabling and
supporting the wide and continuous deployment of optical access. The Passive Optical …