A Tribute to Tom Olson - October 25th, Viodi View Newsletter

Tom Olson, a name that probably isn't familiar to most, had a huge impact on the cable industry as it transitioned from the 12-channel systems of the 60s to 36-channel and beyond systems of the 1970s and 1980s. Starting from humble beginnings, his engineering prowess was only exceeded by his ability to work with people. Other topics in this edition include 5G, Fiber and what it means for rural operators, the smart home of the future, turning air into water and thin-film solar cells enabling new kinds of solutions to age-old problems.