Fiber Optics Knowledge Assessment

The video explores the vast capabilities of fiber optics, highlighting its role in global internet infrastructure. It discusses Corning's significant contributions to fiber manufacturing and the challenges faced in deployment, especially in rural areas. The video also covers the technical advantages of fiber over other broadband technologies and the increasing market demand driven by government support and technological advancements. Despite challenges, fiber optics is seen as a future-proof solution with immense potential.

What is one of the main advantages of fiber optics over traditional copper cables?

• Fiber optics have a higher data transmission capacity.

• Copper cables are more durable.

• Fiber optics are more expensive to install.

• Copper cables are immune to electromagnetic interference.

Which company is the world's largest producer of optical fiber?

• Nokia

• Samsung

• Corning

• Apple

What phenomenon caused early optical fibers to weaken signals over distance?

• Diffraction

• Refraction

• Attenuation

• Reflection

What major event in the late 1990s and early 2000s affected the demand for fiber products?

• The dotcom bubble burst

• The rise of social media

• The introduction of DSL

• The launch of 5G technology

What percentage of U.S. households have access to fiber internet?

• 43%

• 21%

• 75%

• 50%

Which factor is NOT a reason for the low fiber adoption rate in the U.S.?

• Geographical challenges

• Strong political influence of incumbents

• High cost of fiber materials

• Early adoption of cable TV

What is the biggest cost in deploying fiber networks?

• Manufacturing the fiber

• Installing the network

• Maintaining the network

• Marketing the service

Which tech giant is NOT mentioned as investing in subsea fiber-optic networks?

• Tesla

• Amazon

• Meta

• Google

What is the projected global market value for fiber optics by 2030?

• $30 billion

• $11.18 billion

• $5 billion

• $20 billion

What is the main reason for the high demand for fiber-optic products during the pandemic?

• Decrease in copper cable production

• Government restrictions on internet usage

• Increased need for remote work and education

• Rise in satellite internet usage