Gary Smith, CEO of Ciena, discusses the company's integral role in global internet infrastructure, providing the hardware and software necessary for fiber optic communications. Since joining in 1997, Smith has witnessed the evolution of the internet, especially after the dotcom boom and crash. He highlights Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) as a critical technology that allows multiple data streams over a single fiber optic cable, crucial for meeting the growing demand for online services, including streaming and AI applications.
Ciena is integral to global internet connectivity, providing hardware and software essential for fiber optic networks, including local connections and undersea cables.
Gary Smith has led Ciena through significant internet evolutions, from the dotcom boom to the rise of cloud computing and generative AI.
Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) is crucial for modern internet functionality, enabling multiple data streams through a single fiber optic cable.
Ciena's innovations, especially in WDM technology, have expanded network capabilities in response to increasing global demand for data-intensive applications.
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