What type of network is optical transport
An optical transport network (OTN) is a digital wrapper that encapsulates frames of data, to allow multiple data sources to be sent on the same channel. It encapsulates diverse client signals — Ethernet, IP, Fibre Channel, SONET/SDH, and storage traffic — into a standardized format, enabling transparent transport, advanced management, and carrier-grade reliability. This article compares OTN interfaces, specifically OTU1, OTU2, OTU3, and OTU4, highlighting the key differences between them. OTU stands for Optical Channel Transport Unit, and OTN stands for Optical Transport Network. It enables service providers, enterprises, and data centers to simplify operations, improve network visibility, and scale bandwidth.
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