Although it has been present in countries such as the United States for some years, FTTR fiber technology has recently arrived in Spain with the help of some of the most important operators, such as Movistar. If you are wondering what is FTTR fiber and what are its advantages, we encourage you to continue reading.
The first thing you need to know is that FTTR is the acronym for Fiber to The Room (fiber to the room), a new coverage mode for home networks in the Gigabit era. The design extends to every corner of the house so that each space can reach the speed of a Gigabit fiber optic network.
This new concept It is part of FTTx technologies (what is generally known as fiber broadband), is based on the use of fiber optic lines. Its distribution systems are designed for the supply of advanced telecommunications services such as telephony, broadband Internet, television or streaming.
Advantages of FTTR Fiber
How are we going to notice the difference between a traditional network solution and FTTR Fiber? The key is that the first uses a single optical modem and router. The network cable only reaches the power box, so the WiFi coverage area is limited. The same thing happens with the transmission speed of the cable, which is why it cannot meet the bandwidth requirements.
Instead, With FTTR Fiber all these problems are solved. It doesn't matter what space in the house or the chosen location: hallway, living room, bedroom... Fiber optic connections, which have a high transmission capacity, higher transmission speed and longer useful life of the network cable, reach everywhere.
FTTR Fiber can support 10 Gigabit uplink. This reduces signal attenuation and facilitates the task of placing fiber optics in all spaces of the house, achieving Full coverage, no blind spots. The best WiFi6 experience in our homes.
FTTR fiber offers maximum connectivity in those spaces of the house where we need it most: Those who will most value this great leap in quality are those who need the best of connections, whether for leisure or work:
- Telecommuting: We have the best connection in that small room where we have set up our improvised office. FTTR fiber has already become a basic tool in any Home Office that prides itself
- Online gaming: With this new technology, in the list of basic equipment for the game room we will have to add the acronym FTTR to the keyboards, chairs and other essential accessories for gamers. The connection that will not fail in the most demanding moments of our games.
- Streaming: Also they streamers You will notice a huge difference between a normal connection and another with FTTR during your broadcasts. Total fluidity, high quality and the security of knowing that you are working with a connection that really meets your needs.
Invisible installation
Another added advantage of using FTTR Fiber is that it does not require complex or annoying installations: there is no need to make holes in the walls or pull cables. No work at home.
The installation consists of placing a thin transparent fiber cable. So fine that you could say it is invisible. This cable adheres to any surface without modifying the aesthetics of our home with the aim of connect several secondary WiFi access points spread around the house. This "invisible installation" is what guarantees the quality and continuity of the signal in all rooms.
Who offers FTTR Fiber in Spain?
It is simply a matter of time before all telephone operators in our country end up offering FTTR fiber to their customers. However, although many have already announced it, very few have put it into action. Among them, we highlight two:
Euskaltel
One of the pioneer operators in offering this type of services in our country is Euskaltel, a company based in the Basque Country, but present throughout the Spanish territory. This company offers its clients the option of having FTTR fiber in a room of the house for only 10 euros per month (plus 5 euros for each additional room). This price already includes installation. It should be noted that Euskaltel also offers the possibility of adding FTTR to the fiber packs already contracted.
Movistar
From the end of 2023, and for now only in large cities like Madrid or Barcelona, Movistar offers a service of FTTR fiber with speeds up to 1 Gbps. The best that can be obtained at the moment in our country. The price is 9,90 euros per month, to which a registration/installation fee of 120 euros must be added. This service has a mandatory duration of 24 months.
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