This session will cover an overview of traditional FTTx test methodologies, outlining the advantages and disadvantages of each in helping to address service provider goals. Also, a discussion on alternative and emerging solutions offering enhanced features that expand the benefits of a single-ended test approach to addressing the goals. The content includes service provider goals, traditional FTTx fiber segment test solutions, and alternative and emerging FTTx fiber segment test solutions, such as:

1. How single-ended testing solutions help service providers reduce cost and time during installation, activation or troubleshooting, while enhancing customer experience and technician safety.
2. What types of solutions, optimized for single-ended test, are available.
3. Advantages and disadvantages of each solution in FTTx applications.