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Multi-mode fiber

Multi-mode fiber is a type of optical fiber used in telecommunications and networking to transmit data as light signals. It has a larger core diameter than single-mode fiber, allowing multiple light pathways or "modes" to travel simultaneously. This design enables efficient data transmission over shorter distances, typically within a building or campus. Multi-mode fiber is often used for local area networks (LANs) and offers high bandwidth, making it suitable for applications like video streaming and data transfer. However, it is less effective over long distances compared to single-mode fiber.

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    Multi-mode fiber is a type of optical fiber used for data transmission that allows multiple light signals to travel simultaneously along different paths, or modes, within the same fiber. This configuration enables greater data capacity over short distances, making it ideal for local networks and data centers. Multi-mode fiber typically has a larger core diameter than single-mode fiber, which makes connections easier but limits its range. It's commonly used for applications like LANs (Local Area Networks) and video surveillance, where high bandwidth is required but distances are relatively short.