Vendors have responded to increased interest by providers with new products targeted at the MTU market. In early 2001, the MTU broadband market hit the brakes due to a tightening in capital funding. As broadband connectivity becomes a commodity, these services will be vital to providers' success. Often, providers choose vendors based on the types of solutions offered because many vendors specialize in one or two MTU market segments.
Many service providers offer remote and on-site network management and cable installation services.
It also features an overview of the MTU market, market segment profiles, case studies of business models, a description of the technology used and profiles of service providers and equipment vendors.