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Experimental work and theoretical discussion on microscopic processes
and device behaviours are presented. The presence of optical feedback
from the environment induces asymmetries in the system affecting pract
ical use. Relevant microscopic mechanisms and their influence on laser
system performances are discussed qualitatively and quantitatively. A
comparison with standard models is performed.