Cisco Routed Optical Networking

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The convergence of optical and IP technologies is making service provider networks more efficient and sustainable to support bandwidth and resource-intensive applications like AI, 4K/8K video, and virtual reality applications. This convergence dramatically simplifies middle and last mile network architectures, reduces CapEx and OpEx, and makes it easier and faster to introduce new services.

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Preparing for the AI era - Cisco is here with the technologies that will help hyperscalers and service providers navigate the journey.

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How are massive paradigm shifts in the market driving innovations in networking? Take a look at how global backbone networks like Arelion, which experienced a 42% growth in Internet traffic in 2024, are working with Cisco on their journey towards AI-ready connectivity.

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Jason Teller sat down with Marc-André Gilbert, Senior Manager of Transport Planning at Bell Canada, to hear about the company’s network transformation journey using Routed Optical Networking and how it will enable Bell Canada to fulfill its strategic imperative to be the best network in the country while significantly reducing costs.

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Learn why Cisco Routed Optical Networking has been deployed by more than 200 customers who have increased capacity, reduced energy consumption, and lowered network costs complexity, and footprint.

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Cisco Scales Internet for the Future with New 800G Innovations. Service providers and cloud operators are looking to scale for today and the future to keep up with user demands. With our modular 800G systems we can offer higher quality and insightful experiences.

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Cisco and Neutral European infrastructure carrier, Sipartech, announce the successful trial deployment of a 400 Gigabits per second (400G) circuit using the Cisco NCS 5504 network convergence system together with the Cisco 400G ZR+ QSFP-DD high-power Bright optical module over 1,337 km.

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Cisco showcases bold innovations to power future-ready networks at OFC in San Diego, March 5-9. Join us to learn about our latest Routed Optical Networking feature sets, including PLE and automation; network as a Sensor; and our 400G and 800G Optics portfolio.

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The U.S. Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has a $1 billion program to create middle mile networks that connect the Internet backbone with the last mile to expand broadband and improve access.