What is one advantage of using multi-mode fiber over single-mode fiber?

Using multi-mode fiber offers several advantages, and one significant benefit is its cost-effectiveness and ease of installation. Multi-mode fiber is generally less expensive than single-mode fiber due to the simpler manufacturing process and the materials used. Additionally, multi-mode fiber cables are often thicker, which makes them more robust and easier to handle during installation. The larger core diameter allows for greater acceptance of light and simplifies the alignment process of connectors, which can expedite installation and reduce labor costs. This overall lower cost and simpler installation process make multi-mode fiber an attractive option for shorter-distance applications, such as within buildings or across campuses.

While the other options like higher bandwidth capacity, longer distance transmission, and lower attenuation may be associated primarily with single-mode fiber, they do not represent the primary advantages of multi-mode fiber in typical usage scenarios.