224G SERDES is a high-speed interface technology that underpins next-generation 1.6Tb links. Getting 224G signals from the ASIC to the interconnect and beyond remains a key challenge for the deployment and scaling of 1.6Tb. Each 1.6Tb link uses 8 lanes of 224G signaling. For Ethernet, this actually runs at 212.5 Gb/s, which includes some overhead […]
Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona is almost here again. Last year saw several major announcements on the evolution to 6G, including a notable joint shared-principles statement from 10 countries announcing their intention to “support open, free, global, interoperable, reliable, resilient, and secure connectivity.” As a trusted partner in network test, automation, and optimization for over […]
Network visibility is enhanced through the time-stamped logs, performance metrics, and end-to-end traces collectively known as telemetry data. Each unique data source provides valuable clues that help IT teams and network engineers resolve issues and maintain performance standards, both locally and in the cloud. When these discreet lanes of information converge with comprehensive and inciteful […]
As digital technologies advance and consumer demands shift, the global telecommunications industry is rapidly undergoing a transformation. Faster networks and lower latencies are required to support emerging technologies such as IoT networks/systems, AI and cloud computing. As such, telcos are evolving to resemble technology companies, with a focus that extends beyond what a traditional telco […]
In aviation, “visibility” determines how far pilots can see important landmarks—mountains, runways, or other aircraft—to navigate safely, even without advanced instruments. Similarly, network visibility empowers IT teams to clearly understand performance baselines, swiftly pinpoint issues, and mitigate risks before they escalate. However, the reliable, time-tested resources and metrics traditionally used to monitor traffic, performance, and […]
To recognize 100 years since the development of quantum mechanics, the United Nations has proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. While quantum computing creates enormous economic and scientific opportunities, it also poses serious cybersecurity risks such as rendering current encryption tools obsolete. Experts estimate that there is a more than 50% […]
The increasing complexity of networks – driven by constant software updates, the integration of AI and machine learning (ML), the rise of edge computing, and virtualised architecture – is placing relentless pressure on network operators. To navigate this complex environment effectively, operators are turning to digital twin technologies. These digital replicas of a physical network, […]
Like explorers in a dry spell, many organizations recognize that two (or more) clouds can be better than one. Network architecture incorporating multiple public cloud vendors can increase capacity and efficiency while providing the freedom to hand-pick capabilities based on business needs. These benefits have led to a boom in multi-cloud deployments, with 79% of […]
Various government directives such as the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (CIRCIA) and the EU’s Critical Entities Resilience (CER) Directive mandate enhanced protection for critical infrastructure, technologies such as non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) systems, IT architecture and field communications. With such directives in effect, the security, reliability, […]
Since VIAVI announced its ONE LabPro™ ONE-1600, dual OSFP1600 test system at ECOC 2024, we have been very busy supporting the ecosystem by developing and validating 1.6Tb/s modules around the world. Decades of compounding experience – from 10Gb/s to 1.6Tb/s today – has given VIAVI a solid foundation and several unique applications. We always learn […]
