What does the installation of fiber-to-the-curb (FTTC) primarily reduce?

The installation of fiber-to-the-curb (FTTC) primarily reduces the number of service disruptions experienced by customers. By deploying fiber closer to the end-user—specifically to the curb—service providers enhance the reliability of the network. This is because fiber optics are less susceptible to interference and environmental factors compared to traditional copper lines.

With fiber running directly to the curb, the last section of the network, which traditionally uses copper, is shortened. This configuration minimizes the chances of outages caused by issues in the copper lines, such as water ingress or damage from aging infrastructure. Overall, this leads to a more stable connection for users, effectively reducing the frequency and duration of service disruptions.

While the other options address important aspects, such as installation costs and maintenance complexity, the primary focus of FTTC is on delivering a more reliable connection that significantly lowers service interruption instances.