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What is Carrier Ethernet?

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:53:07 +0000

Matt Hayes, Consulting SE for Ciena in EMEA, discusses why Carrier Ethernet Solutions are critical for network operators.

Three Trends for Submarine Networks

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:43 +0000

In this video, Ciena's Asia-Pacific CTO Karl Horne gives three key trends in the submarine cable networks market.

Thanks to the team at Terrapinn for providing this video interview from the Submarine Networks World 2013 conference in Singapore.

OTN Speedwagon: Band Interview

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

An interview with OTN Speedwagon -- the official rock band of Ciena Corporation -- before the band's performance in the Finals of the 2013 FORTUNE Corporate Battle of the Bands at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

For more about the band and their performance at the Rock Hall, visit: http://www.ciena.com/connect/blog/Behind-the-scenes-with-Cienas-corporate-rock-band.html

OTN Speedwagon: And the winners is...

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

The awards ceremony at the Finals of the 2013 FORTUNE Corporate Battle of the Bands at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. OTN Speedwagon won several awards for their performance.

For more about the band and their performance at the Rock Hall, visit: http://www.ciena.com/connect/blog/Behind-the-scenes-with-Cienas-corporate-rock-band.html

OTN Speedwagon: Cover of 'Heart of Rock and Roll'

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

Live performance by OTN Speedwagon at the Finals of the 2013 FORTUNE Corporate Battle of the Bands at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. OTN Speedwagon is the official rock band of Ciena Corporation. Song performed is "Heart of Rock and Roll" by Huey Lewis and the News.

For more about the band and their performance at the Rock Hall, visit: http://www.ciena.com/connect/blog/Behind-the-scenes-with-Cienas-corporate-rock-band.html

Interop Keynote: The Experience of Openness by Ciena CTO Steve Alexander

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

Ciena CTO Steve Alexander's keynote presentation on October 2, 2013 at the Interop New York and Ethernet/SDN Expo.

One Maryland: Statewide Broadband Network

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

Ciena CEO Gary Smith joins local leaders from the state of Maryland as they talk about the impact of the recently completed One Maryland Inter-County Broadband Network (ICBN).

With over 1,000 miles of fiber optic cable, and spanning every county in the state, this high speed broadband network directly connects more than 1,000 schools, libraries, fire and police stations, community colleges and other community anchor institutions.

For more videos about the One Maryland ICBM project, visit http://vimeo.com/icbn

The life of the 10GbE party: Ciena 5160

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:42 +0000

With 24 ports of 10GbE in a one rack unit (1RU) form factor and rich OAM, Ciena's 5160 is sure to be the life of the 10GbE party. More packets, less box. What you got?

For more visit http://www.ciena.com/10GbE

Inside Ciena's Double-Decker Mobile Demo Lab

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

FutureLab, Ciena's completely revamped mobile demo lab is a complete and functioning next-gen network on wheels that travels to customer and partner events across North America.

With the press of a button the sides expand and the roof raises to create a full two-story, 1,000 square foot telecom oasis fully decked out with five racks of live demo equipment and a private conference room.

Take 10: GeoMesh - uniting submarine and terrestrial networks

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

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In this 10 minute introduction, Ciena's Submarine Networking expert Brian Lavallée talks about Ciena's GeoMesh solution, which unites submarine cable networks and terrestrial networks to create a global mesh network that is more resilient, robust, and cost-efficient by eliminating redundant equipment at the cable landing station.

Take 10: Packetize without compromise

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

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Ciena's Packet Networking expert John Hawkins talks about Ciena's recent launch of integrated Packet networking capabilities into our flagship Ciena 6500 Packet-Optical Platform.
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Built for Government & Enterprise from the Ground Up

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

National government agencies operating medium- to large-scale networks for defense, aeronautics, military, and intelligence needs don't need vendors. They need a partner. Ciena is that partner.

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View Applications Note: Putting Assured Networking to Work for Government
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Read more at http://www.ciena.com/industries/government/?src=YouTube

Ciena Network Monetization

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

Industry analysts Erin Dunne of Vertical Systems Group and Alan Breznick of Heavy Reading discuss the need for service providers to differentiate their Business Ethernet Service offerings to better compete in today's competitive market.

Tutorial: Modern Carrier Ethernet

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:52:41 +0000

This tutorial provides a lighthearted introduction to several facets of modern Carrier Ethernet, including G.8032 Ethernet Protected Rings, IEEE 802.1ag, OA&M, Ethernet circuit testing, automated service turn-up, and MEF Ethernet services.

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Watch Take 10 Webinar: Carrier Ethernet Certification
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View White Paper: Built for Speed: Differentiating the Ethernet Service Experience
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Chalk Talk: The MEF's Carrier Ethernet 2.0