Question: Pat, Zbyslaw, Steve -- anyone
The OPEN DSL standardization was announced on August 7. It aims at an open plug-and-play architecture for
automated configuration of DSL CPE -- to eliminate truck rolls for installation.
(http://www.xdsl.com/newsreleases\xDSL\15607.asp)
Question -- just about every company involved in DSL that I can think of has joined the OPEN DSL initiative -- including TI, CSCO, EFNT, VRTA, WSTL, INTC, etc. --- all EXCEPT Alcatel.
What is going on with Alcatel with respect to DSL chipsets? They have been the market leader. I have heard that they may be withdrawing from making their chipsets. I find it hard to believe, but if true, why would that be? I know they are involved in the ASAMs, the Fiber Remote deployment as well as CPE.
Can anyone shed some light on what is happening with ALA and DSL deployment with respect to chipsets and Open DSL?
Thanks,
Michael |
