My TN Connection

One of the most common uses of media converters is to aid in the integration of new technology into legacy systems. This can take several forms but typically the new technology might be a new device designed to interface with fiber optic cable, and the legacy system might be an existing copper infrastructure connecting older and slower networking equipment. A legacy system is generally thought of as an existing computer system which continues to be actively used because a business or organization does not feel the need to replace the system. Since these systems are suitably performing their intended functions, they often get overlooked when it comes to regular maintenance and updates. Only when the user discovers that peripheral parts supporting these systems are no longer available, are these systems scheduled for replacement, but even then, the replacement project may not receive funding for several more years. continue »