Reading between the lines: the changing mix of fixed broadband access technologies
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Reading between the lines: the changing mix of fixed broadband access technologies
The mix of fixed broadband access technologies varies widely from market to market. Cable dominates in the US; xDSL leads in Germany, Italy and the UK; FTTP/B rules in China. However, certain trends are emerging on a global basis, shaped by developments such as the rollout of 5G networks and the pandemic. In particular, xDSL is making way for FTTP/B, cable remains relatively resilient, while 5G FWA growth is showing early momentum.
Leveraging data from 36 of the world’s largest markets (representing 90% of global fixed broadband connections), GSMA Intelligence looks at the implications of this changing mix for industry players.
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Reading between the lines: the changing mix of fixed broadband access technologies
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