Copper

Element symbol Cu, atomic number 29

Copper was already a highly sought-after material in ancient times, mainly mined in Cyprus (aes cyprium: “Ore from the Greek island of Cyprus”). At the time, no one was concerned about environmental protection, let alone energy efficiency. That’s why almost everyone still has copper in their homes today, in the form of electrical cables.

In some areas, copper has already been largely replaced, such as in long-distance data transmission. In many areas, it is in the process of being replaced, for example in supply networks. And there are areas of the a network where it will remain for some time to come, like in the form of conventional telephone cables, but also in modern twisted pair cabling systems

Copper is therefore simply here to stay. So we have to work with it. For example, when planning and documenting telecommunications or multimedia networks. Because there is probably copper at both ends: from the patch cable in the network head to the LAN cable in the home or office.

A two-seater convertible is the ideal vehicle for summer road trips. For moving house, however, a 7.5-ton truck is more suitable. Not the other way around. In this example, the station wagon is probably the closest thing to a multifunctional Swiss Army knife. But that means compromising on the tools available.

Of course, there can be no compromise in network operation, even when it comes to hybrid forms. Here, every type of network must perform at the same high level. And that starts with planning.

We have a small but relevant comment: The “Co” in the AND FiberCo client software does not stand for copper or coaxial – it stands for both.