Technology has profoundly changed the way we communicate and consume content; from how we share videos, to how we stream and binge-watch our favorite shows on smart devices. None of this would be possible without the underlying optical networks. But, are networks prepared for this voracious and often unpredictable demand? Enter WaveLogic 5, Ciena’s latest generation of coherent technology that will help network operators tackle scale, cost and efficiency challenges in their networks, and enable high bandwidth connectivity to consumers to bring new applications to life. In this episode, Ciena’s Scott McFeely and Dino DiPerna discuss how WaveLogic 5’s programmable 800G and footprint-optimized solutions will transform network performance and our overall digital experiences.
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Episode 18: Ciena Announces WaveLogic 5
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