FTTx :: FTTH

FTTx stands for Fiber To The x, where x could be H(=Home), C,B,N,P or perhaps other letters. It is basically a form of "broadband" access technology and refers to "a generic term for any network architecture that uses optical fiber to replace all or part of the usual copper local loop used for telecommunications" (Wikipedia).

Types of FTTx:

• FTTCurb | FTTNode | FTTCab | FTTKerb? – Fiber to Street Cabinet --> distribution and drop cables: telco copper (DSL) or new copper; categorised as DSL technologies
• FTTBuilding – Fiber to Apartment / Office Building --> in-building cables: building copper or fiber; regarded as a transitional stage to FTTH
  
• FTTHome – Complete Fiber Path to Home --> in-building cables: house copper or fiber or wireless; may require more initial investment (capex), but promises considerable savings in operating costs (opex)