Extend Your Network Reach with Pluggable Amplifier Technology
As network operators push higher speeds across longer distances, a familiar tradeoff keeps resurfac…
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Choosing Between OSFP and QSFP-DD: Key Considerations for 800G Optical Transceivers
As the demand for bandwidth surges, driven by AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing…
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OCP Global Summit 2025 — Reflections from the Heart of the AI Infrastructure Revolution
It’s hard to put into words the energy at this year’s OCP Global Summit. With more than…
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Future-Proof Your Network: Strategies for Migrating to 800G
The digital world is accelerating at a pace that pushes data centers to their limits. Artificial in…
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The Demise of 100 Mbps SFPs, and a Simple Solution
Yes, the time has come. Much like GBICs, 10 gigabit XFPs, SONET gear, and woolly mammoths, support…
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BiDi Single-Fiber Transceivers vs. Traditional Transceivers: A Comprehensive Comparison
In the rapidly evolving world of optical networking, the choice of transceivers can significantly i…
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Accelerating the AI Revolution: Thoughts from NVIDIA GTC 2025
I'm excited to be back at NVIDIA GTC for the second time! This year, I came in with three burning q…
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Even Artificial Intelligence Relies on the Physical Layer
The annual BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International) Winter Conference took…
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Unified Solutions for IP Over DWDM: Transforming DCIs and Metro Networks
With the rise of AI technologies, the dynamics of network traffic within data centers are evolving.…
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The Power of 800G AI Networking Solutions
In the rapidly evolving world of networking, staying ahead means adopting the latest technologies t…
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Reflections on the SuperComputing Conference (SC24): The Accelerating Tide of AI in 2024
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has remained at the forefront of innovation and attention throughout 20…
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How to Efficiently Implement a 100G Network Using Only Two-Strand Multimode Fiber Cables
Imagine a scenario where you have existing 10G and 25G networks running on multimode fiber (MM…
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