China launched its first 10G broadband network in Sunan County, Hebei Province, on Sunday (April 20), marking a significant advancement in internet infrastructure. The launch is a collaborative work of Huawei and China Unicom, and it aims to deliver download speeds up to 9,834 Mbps, upload speeds of 1,008 Mbps, and latency as low as 3 milliseconds.
The 50G Passive Optical Network (PON) technology, which powers the 10G network, improves data transmission over the current fiber-optic infrastructure. High-bandwidth uses of this technology include cloud computing, virtual and augmented reality, streaming 8K video, and integrating smart home devices.
For instance, downloading a full-length 4K movie (around 20 GB in size) typically takes about 7-10 minutes on a 1 Gbps connection. With the new 10G broadband network, the same 4K film can be downloaded in under 20 seconds.
This puts China at the forefront of global broadband technology, surpassing current commercial broadband speeds in countries like the UAE and Qatar.
The implementation of 10G broadband is expected to facilitate advancements in various sectors, including healthcare, education, and agriculture, by enabling faster and more reliable data transmission.
The companies behind 10G
Huawei was established in 1987 and is headquartered in Shenzhen. It is a global leader in telecommunications equipment and network solutions. The company has played a key role in advancing optical broadband and 5G technologies.
On the other hand, China Unicom is one of China’s three major state-owned telecom operators. It provides nationwide broadband, mobile, and enterprise services.
Source: economictimes
