What Is 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE) and Do We Need It?
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10 Gigabit Ethernet, also known as 10GbE and 10G Ethernet, is a telecommunication technology that offers data speeds up to 10 billion bits per second. This article introduces its definition, benefits, usage, and how and whether to upgrade to a 10G network.
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