The various broadband technologies and deployment methods provide great opportunities for rolling out fast and high quality broadband infrastructure. Diverse local needs occurring form geography and population structure can be met. With the optical fibre technology, DSL, cable access, radio broadcasts and new mobile standards, a variety of technologies is available on the market to provide reliable broadband services. However, it is important to choose a technology that is best for the region, a technology that meets the possible future needs of the end-users. In this context, many of the EU member states are aiming for a full coverage with fibre networks, which are being considered as the future-proof technology.

This free CORA online course on Broadband technologies and network will help you make a wise choice of technology. You will learn about:

  • The broadband value chain
  • Business roles and actors
  • Network and topology
  • Broadband technologies