2. _____________ address the shortcomings of point-to-point fiber solutions by using a point-to-multipoint topology instead of point-to-point in the outside plant; by eliminating active electronic components, such as regenerators, amplifiers, and lasers

3. The passive elements of an EPON are located in the ___________________ (also known as the outside plant) and include single-mode fiber-optic cable, passive optical splitters/couplers, connectors, and splices.

4. The _____________ provides the interface between the EPON system and the service provider’s core data, video, and telephony networks.

5. Which of the following is a feature or function of the EMS?

6. EPONs can be implemented using either a two-wavelength or a three-wavelength design.

7. Decreasing growth rates for Ethernet services have confirmed that the telecommunications industry is moving aggressively from Ethernet solutions to a TDM orientation.

8. EPONs offer the highest bandwidth to customers of any PON system today.

9. EPON vendors are actively engaged in a new study group known as _____________ that will develop a standard that will apply the proven and widely used Ethernet networking protocol to the access market.