Why Ethernet over Copper is Critical
By Sam Koetter
My last blog post, Why Ethernet is Winning Against DSx and OCx Technologies discussed the merits of Ethernet and why it’s taking over the world. This blog post will focus on precious…
About Sam Koetter
I'm the senior product manager for XO's Ethernet services. I have 14 years of telecom experience including Sales, Operations, and Product Management. Product Management roles have ranged from residential Internet and wireless, to VoIP and Transport services. As a self described Foodie, I also enjoy experimenting in the kitchen and tend to gravitate off the beaten path when travelling. I hold a BA in Marketing and an MS in Information and Communication Sciences from Ball State University.
Why Ethernet is Winning Against DSx and OCx Technologies
This is an easy question to gloss over for those who live and breathe Telecom. The reality is it isn’t clear why the word “Ethernet” is creeping into our lives more frequently. There are still…
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You Get Instant Results with XO’s New Ethernet Testing
In my last blog post Developments in Ethernet Monitoring, I discussed the need for Ethernet monitoring and testing capabilities. I also covered why many of those capabilities weren’t yet realized. So, the next logical question…
Developments in Ethernet Monitoring
Without a doubt, Ethernet is quickly taking over the communications world as the dominant network technology. But as with most change, the rise of Ethernet introduces new challenges. One of them is standardization of, and…
