Today’s digital landscape depends heavily on the telecommunications industry to function, with network infrastructure at its foundation. From Open RAN and disaggregation to the shift towards cloud-based solutions, we are constantly working to reinvent, reinforce and improve network architectures in pursuit of better performance and end-user experiences. At Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2024, the […]
The concept of observability or assessing the internal state of a system based on the data it produces dates back over half a century to the earliest days of computer science when algorithms based on control theory were first used to interpret system outputs. In the decades since, observability has become a key objective for […]
In 2023, VIAVI Solutions proudly celebrated our 100-year journey as a global leader in communications test and measurement, and optical technologies. As we embark on our 101st year and beyond, here is a window into the trends we are following in our target markets. Scale: 5G In 2023, The State of 5G from VIAVI observed a […]
Modern high-speed links for the fastest Ethernet rates of 400GbE and above use PAM-4 electrical modulation. This modulation format allows interfaces to run at the speeds required for 400GbE and above, but PAM-4 modulation is more susceptible to the impacts of noise and signal integrity. This is mitigated by the use of forward error correction […]
The story of artificial intelligence, or AI, is one that spans decades and multiple industries. AI enables a myriad of potential applications that will transform the way we live and work. In the telecommunications industry, we are already seeing AI’s impact and a future where AI enables the automation, orchestration and optimization of networks and […]
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, high-speed connectivity is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity. With the increasing demand for faster and more reliable network services, service providers and fiber infrastructure providers are increasingly turning to remote fiber test systems (RFTS) to guarantee fiber infrastructure availability, reduce fiber network outages, and improve service delivery. These […]
In today’s data-driven world, the transfer and protection of sensitive information is paramount. Companies, financial institutions, governments, and individuals rely heavily on secure data communication to maintain confidentiality, personal information, banking information, and to safeguard intellectual property. Data transits around the world through a very complex network of interconnected infrastructure. Most of the the world’s […]
As we know, fiber optic cables are now the backbone of modern communication networks, offering unmatched bandwidth and reliability. But just like any other technology these cables are susceptible to degradation over time. As cables age, network owners and operators encounter several challenges that can impact the overall health and performance of their networks. One […]
On November 14, 2023, VIAVI Chief Technology Officer Sameh Yamany was invited to testify at a hearing of the U.S. House Subcommittee on Communications and Technology on “Leveraging AI to Enhance American Communications.” A video of the hearing can be viewed here, and the written submission of Yamany’s testimony follows. Written Testimony Dr. Sameh Yamany, […]
Passive optical networks (PON) have revolutionized high-speed internet connectivity by providing efficient fiber-based broadband services. To ensure the quality and performance of these networks, a robust certification process is essential. In this blog, we will explore a new centralized test approach to certifying the construction of passive optical networks and look at the kinds of […]