A market view on

Open optical networking solution for 100G connectivity

The demand for bandwidth in transport networks is ever increasing. At the same time, network architecture is changing into a more data center oriented approach. 100G is the new standard when it comes datarate and network owners are looking for cost-efficient solutions that are simple to manage and maintain.

In this video Smartoptics and some key partners discuss market trends and requirements on the new generation of 100G solutions.

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Woman wearing futuristic glasses reflecting a cityscape, with text about 100G to 800G DWDM connectivity advancements.

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