You don't need a special router, per se, but you do need one that can handle the speed fiber provides. If you're paying for gigabit fiber service, make sure your router supports at least gigabit Ethernet ports and dual-band or tri-band WiFi (like WiFi 5 or WiFi 6). Learn about all the essential infrastructure needed for fiber-optic internet and how it delivers the best speeds and dependability. Fiber-Optic Cable Unlike copper wires used in cable internet, fiber-optic cables consist of thin, glass fibers that transmit data as pulses of light, carrying. The device connects directly to the fiber-optic line running to your property and requires a power source to operate. Instead of a traditional modem, fiber internet requires an Optical Network Terminal (ONT) that converts light signals into electrical signals your devices can understand. Additionally, you'll need a compatible. And here's an important note: with fiber, you don't need a separate modem to complete the connection.
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