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An overview of cable modem technology and market perspectives

2001; Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; Volume: 39; Issue: 6 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1109/35.925674

1558-1896

Amitava Dutta-Roy,

Multimedia Communication and Technology

Cable modem technology enables its users to access the Internet at line speeds of some 300 kb/s and above. It utilizes coaxial cables entering subscribers' premises to simultaneously deliver cable TV programs, access the Internet, and also provide voice telephony. This overview article describes the basic technology, its standardization, and the huge potential market worldwide.