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minus-squarequick_snail@feddit.nllinkfedilinkEnglisharrow-up2·3 days agoHow does 4 strands mean 4 providers? Can you communicate bidirectionally on just one fiber strand?
minus-squarezombaya01@lemmy.worldlinkfedilinkEnglisharrow-up3·3 days agoYes. Using different colors of light and polarisation, you could even have multiple connections going over the same wire/fibre.
How does 4 strands mean 4 providers?
Can you communicate bidirectionally on just one fiber strand?
Yes. Using different colors of light and polarisation, you could even have multiple connections going over the same wire/fibre.