The Top 5 Benefits of 10G
Imagine a time when cars can drive themselves and virtual worlds are so real that it feels like you could reach out and touch them. 10G, the high-speed broadband solution introduced by the cable industry, promises to make those dreams a reality. Right now, cable providers are building upon existing fiber-rich networks that already span much of America to create the 10G platform.
Aside from powering high-tech toys like autonomous cars and virtual worlds like the Metaverse, the 10G network will include some additional benefits you may not expect.
1. Speed
Immersive experiences of the future will require the speedy transfer of tons of data. 10G will enable internet data to travel ten times faster than the 1-gigabit speeds we're capable of today. It will also help reduce lag time, or latency, by shortening response times to just 1 millisecond. Additionally, 10G networks will be able to transmit up to 50% more data, resulting in improved quality of video conferencing, live gaming, virtual reality, and connected devices.
2. Capacity
In 2022, 85% of internet traffic is expected to consist of video, gaming, and other forms of multimedia. Traffic is projected to rise even further as virtual, augmented, and mixed reality technologies become more readily available, and gaming experiences shift to high-definition displays and multiplayer games. Fiber-optic technologies will enable the 10G network to be able to manage surges in internet traffic with speed and accuracy.
3. Reliability
The internet allows us to connect with millions of people around the world. As more and more devices, like smartwatches, smart homes, and tablets, are added to the network, opportunities for interruptions increase. 10G sets out to maintain connectivity and improve the user experience by providing a self-healing and self-monitoring network that consistently works as it should without glitching, lagging, or freezing.
How will 10G deliver this uninterrupted, constant connectivity? Data from Wi-Fi routers will be used for preventive maintenance to help detect and resolve any network connection issues before they happen so that users can expect fewer errors.
4. Security
Security is a top priority for 10G technology, especially considering how much personal data is accessible over the internet. Without proper protection, seemingly harmless devices—like webcams or home security systems—can heighten the risk of privacy, finance, and identity hacks. Inadequate network controls and unsecured Internet of Things (IoT) devices are also two primary sources of security attacks. To combat this, 10G will utilize an advanced network management system that identifies and organizes connected devices to isolate security threats and prevent data breaches.
5. Low Latency
10G networks will support symmetrical upload and download speeds, shortening response times to 1 millisecond and removing lag time, or latency. Together, the high bandwidth and low latency 10G delivers will improve the quality of online experiences—web pages will load faster, video conferencing quality will improve, immersive multiplayer games will become more seamless, and 3D simulations and telemedicine experiences will become possible.
The Future is 10G
Thinking about how crucial our network speeds are in connecting us to work, school, healthcare, and other key aspects of our lives makes 10G technology that much more important. While we can't always see what the future holds, it's reassuring to know that 10G will have the power and capacity to support whatever comes next. Learn more about 10G and the work that's being done to develop the future high-speed network here.