Backhaul for wireless networks continues to be a top issue heading into NXTcomm, and Ethernet-over-copper vendor Aktino plans to make new announcements related to backhaul, including a major DSLAM backhaul partnership.

The company also will introduce an enhanced management system for its product family, according to a company spokesman. In addition, Aktino strategists will be available to talk about backhaul, performance in lightning-prone regions, and how one major carrier's declaration of technology direction affects the bonded-copper community.