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Provide scalable, flexible connectivity for any network with open optical networking.

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Discover the benefits of Cisco Routed Optical Networking

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Six key AI/ML applications for optical networking

Enhance the performance and reliability of data transport by leveraging AI and machine learning.

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Verizon

Verizon transports 1.2T across a single wavelength on its metro fiber network with Cisco NCS 1014.

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Microsoft

Microsoft delivers 800 Gbps across transatlantic communications cable with Cisco NCS 1014.

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Telecom Egypt

Telecom Egypt powers Mediterranean subsea link with Cisco NCS to create a high-capacity connection between ports.

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Cisco Packet Optical Networking Conference (PONC)

Hear from PONC 2024 featured customers Colt, Lumen, and AARNet, plus expert insights on AI infrastructure, quantum networking, and more.

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