How is ResNet service different at the Maplewood Park Apartments?
There are a few differences in the ResNet service provided at the Maplewood Park Apartments compared to the rest of ResNet. One difference is the type of wiring infrastructure in place. Instead of using a copper wire infrastructure, Maplewood is connected to ResNet by fiberoptic cables. Use of fiberoptic technology allows for the connection of multiple living units spread over a wide area using less network equipment (metal cabling produces more signal loss, requiring distribution points with repeaters to boost the signal; but the fiberoptic cables don’t require this). Use of fiberoptic cables does mean that subscribers will need a media converter (provided for them) in order to connect the fiberoptic jack to a traditional RJ45/UTP Ethernet card. The Maplewood Park Apartments have also been wired with network jacks available in every room to make it more convenient for residents to connect their computer in the room of their choice in large living areas with multiple rooms.
