Data center operators continue looking for ways to improve efficiency in all areas. They may be searching for solutions in deployment, cooling, energy, and/or rack space usage. The right Dir

In this edition of Learning with Larry, I’m going to discuss C-Band DWDM, a.k.a. Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing, specifically in a simple passive point-to-point topology. A simple passiv

One of the most common new project types in government and campus networking revolves around turning up new buildings. As we discussed earlier this month, it is important to consider future needs and

The optical communications market remained strong in the second quarter of 2021. Approved Networks (a branch of Legrand) has also seen strong growth across optics, Direct Attach Cables (DACs), and esp

We recently announced our partnership with Tibit Communications, bringing a game-changing solution for 10G PON deployments.In this article, we explore the solution a bit further, demonstrating some of

In the past, we have discussed how colleges and universities can add bandwidth to their networks, even when faced with fiber constraints. However, given budget limitations, it may not always

This year, the Iowa caucuses highlighted what we should expect in future elections. New technologies are already playing an increasingly larger role in our election process. However, as the Iowa caucu

Over 8000 attendees experienced a technology summit with exhibits and learning sessions. Across the four-day event, attendees from over sixty countries engaged in technical forms, over one h

With the emergence of 400G ZR and ZR+ technologies, the data center interconnect (DCI) and metro network market has reached a significant milestone in high-speed connectivity solutions. Thes

As the new year begins, I'd like to share my perspective on the optical transceiver market in 2024 and the next few years.  Adoption of AI Driving 800G Deployment  The adoption of artificial

As data centers evolve and demand for higher bandwidth increases, network architects and engineers face the challenge of building infrastructure that can seamlessly migrate from 10G to 800G. One cr

Due to recent health concerns and mandates, employees are being forced to work from home and having to adjust to a new work environment. Some of the most common reasons are distractions, lack of work