Sunday, September 12, 2004

World Wide Packets Supplies Active Ethernet FTTH in Finland

World Wide Packets has supplied its active Ethernet, "LightningEdge" platform for a municipal FTTH network in Narpio, Finland. Narpio is deploying an open access network, which providers can use to offer IP-based services such as the triple play of voice, video and data, as well as emerging services such as Video on Demand and telemedicine. The network supports speeds of up to 1 Gbps to the subscribe and is capable of guaranteeing a minimum bandwidth per application for VoIP or Video over IP. Narpio's network footprint covers 25 towns and villages dispersed over approximately 1000 square kilometers. http://www.worldwidepackets.com