The race to connect America is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, with a new report from New Street Research projecting a staggering expansion of fiber optic networks. According to analysts, the U.S. fiber industry is on track to pass a collective 139 million locations by 2030, fundamentally reshaping the broadband landscape and creating a new […]
Let’s be honest. If you’re reading a blog post about NETCONF and YANG, you’re probably a networking nerd. And that’s okay! We’re in good company. Many professionals in our industry get a thrill from a well-structured data model and a robust configuration protocol. So, let’s go ahead and nerd out a little on two of […]
Even the most advanced telecom networks today are not all inherently integrated or connected. Instead, they are a patchwork of different technologies, standards, and systems that must work together to provide a seamless user experience. This lack of inherent integration makes interoperability—the ability of different networks and devices to communicate effectively—a crucial, yet challenging, aspect […]
As we enter the second half of 2025, the telecommunications industry continues its rapid evolution. While headlines often focus on the giants, the pulse of connectivity in many communities beats strongest through small to mid-size Internet Service Providers (ISPs). These agile players, often rooted deeply in their local markets, face a unique set of challenges […]
The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by intelegrate and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sat down with Fayyaz Patwa, Vice President of Sales Engineering for Nokia, to discuss how cutting-edge fiber […]