Title :
Communications and microwave technology: Optical fibers compete with premium coax; digital radio reaches cost effectiveness
Abstract :
The author reviews technological trends in 1977. He highlights the competitiveness of optical fibers with premium coax, and the attainment of cost-effectiveness by digital radio.
Keywords :
microwaves; telecommunication; 1977; communications; digital radio; microwave technology; optical fibres; technological trends; Bandwidth; Optical fiber cables; Optical fiber communication; Optical fibers; Optical transmitters; Receivers; Switches;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MSPEC.1978.6369379
