PON is short for Passive Optical Network.

PON, or Passive Optical Network, is a telecom technology that uses fiber optics and passive components (e.g., splitters) to deliver broadband access. According to HCSA-Sales-Transmission & Access documentation, PON operates in a point-to-multipoint (P2MP) topology, where a single Optical Line Terminal (OLT) at the service provider’s end connects to multiple Optical Network Units (ONUs) or Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) at customer premises via a shared optical distribution network (ODN). This distinguishes it from point-to-point (P2P) systems, which dedicate a fiber per user. The statement accurately describes PON’s definition and architecture, making it TRUE.