The Pros And Cons Of Optical Wireless Communication (OWC)
Search Networking, Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
OWC transfers data using highly directional light in free space. While OWC delivers high-speed data transfers, it is susceptible to multipath dispersion and interference.
Since the 1990s, the implementation of optical wireless communication has slowly grown across the world. While the emerging technology's benefits seem promising, it also comes with unique challenges enterprises shouldn't overlook.
The high speed, high-capacity data transmission and security of optical wireless communication are attractive to those considering OWC adoption. However, OWC's reliance on line of sight (LOS) transmission and ideal atmospheric conditions might cause enterprises in certain environments to hesitate.