Fiber Optic Interconnects to transfer data

[dingpud]

Has anyone use fiber optic interconnects in their computers? I read an article suggesting that this is the way to go to move data really quickly, and it got me interested.

My google search's have primarily just resulted in company's trying to sell connectors, etc. etc...

Any actual projects would be great.

Thanks,
pud

 

[mathman]

Has anyone use fiber optic interconnects in their computers? I read an article suggesting that this is the way to go to move data really quickly, and it got me interested.

My google search's have primarily just resulted in company's trying to sell connectors, etc. etc...

Any actual projects would be great.

Thanks,
pud

My ISP is Verizon, which uses fiber optics in its connections up to my house.

 

[dingpud]

Are you routing the incoming fiber optic line through a fiber optic router or module?

 

[mathman]

Are you routing the incoming fiber optic line through a fiber optic router or module?

I don't know the answer. The router is supplied by Verizon and I don't know how to get the details you are asking about.

Also my in house wiring is not fiber optic - it is standard (?) cable.

 

[LudusRex]

Fiber optic interconnects are indeed a highly efficient and effective way to transfer data. They use light signals to transmit data, allowing for much faster speeds and greater bandwidth compared to traditional copper-wired connections. Many companies, especially in the telecommunications and data networking industries, have been using fiber optic interconnects for years to transfer large amounts of data quickly and reliably.

In terms of computer usage, fiber optic interconnects are becoming increasingly common in high-performance computing systems, as well as in data centers and servers. They offer significant advantages such as low latency, high bandwidth, and immunity to electromagnetic interference, making them ideal for handling large amounts of data in a short amount of time.

There are also ongoing research and development projects exploring the use of fiber optic interconnects in consumer computers. These efforts aim to bring the benefits of fiber optics, such as faster data transfer and increased energy efficiency, to everyday computing devices.

In terms of specific projects, there are numerous examples of companies and organizations implementing fiber optic interconnects in their computer systems. For instance, Google has been using fiber optic cables to connect its data centers and improve network performance. Additionally, the US Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has developed a fiber optic interconnect technology called Hyperion to increase data transfer speeds in supercomputers.

In summary, fiber optic interconnects are a proven and increasingly popular technology for transferring data quickly and efficiently. While their usage in consumer computers may not be as widespread yet, ongoing research and development efforts suggest that we will see more and more applications of this technology in the near future.