"Facebook's new 100-gigabit switches can process 3.2 terabits per second, significantly enhancing the capacity for data transfer within its data centers, especially for videos and photos."
"The older 40-gigabit customizable switches will be available for sale to the wider community through Accton, and their plans will be accessible via the Open Compute Foundation."
"Since developing Open Compute in 2011, Facebook estimates it has saved more than $1.2 billion by implementing its own custom-built hardware, which has also influenced industry practices."
"While the new switches may not threaten major networking companies, their flexibility could compel these vendors to rethink their strategies in response to evolving market demands."
Facebook is upgrading its networking infrastructure by replacing 40-gigabit switches with new 100-gigabit switches capable of processing 3.2 terabits per second. These switches are part of Facebook's Open Compute initiative, which aims to create flexible hardware that evolves with software. The older switches will be available for sale through Accton, and their designs will be shared via the Open Compute Foundation. Facebook has saved over $1.2 billion since implementing custom-built hardware, benefiting the industry as other companies adopt similar designs.
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