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Recently Cologix and Bandwidth IG teamed up to offer dark fiber connectivity in Cologix’s SV1 digital edge data center in Silicon Valley. What is dark fiber? Why is it the future of interconnection? Peg Hallberg, Head of Product at Cologix, answered a few questions and gave us her perspective on how dark fiber is revolutionizing private data center connectivity.
Q: What distinguishes dark fiber from traditional fiber optics, and why is it significant for Cologix?
A: Dark fiber, unlike active fiber optics, refers to installed optical cables not yet in use for data transmission. This dormant state allows Cologix to offer customizable, private networks to clients, ensuring full control over data transmission, security, and scalability. By leveraging dark fiber, Cologix empowers businesses to tailor their network infrastructure to specific needs, catering to the demands of IoT and AI applications.
Q: Why did Cologix choose to collaborate with Bandwidth IG for dark fiber connectivity?
A: Cologix’s partnership with Bandwidth IG is driven by the latter’s extensive underground network, particularly prominent in the San Francisco Bay Area. Bandwidth IG’s expertise and infrastructure enable Cologix to provide secure, seamless, and scalable connectivity solutions to clients. Through this collaboration, Cologix expands its dark fiber services, facilitating interconnection across multiple locations and meeting the critical data requirements of enterprises and data centers.
Q: How does Cologix’s dark fiber data center in Silicon Valley address the region’s connectivity needs?
A: Silicon Valley stands out as a rapidly growing data center market with robust fiber connectivity and a concentration of hyperscale onramps. Cologix’s presence in this region, supported by Bandwidth IG’s dark fiber, offers unparalleled connectivity solutions. Proximity to major cloud and AI companies ensures optimal conditions for latency-sensitive applications, attracting a diverse range of organizations seeking reliable, scalable, and high-speed connectivity.
Q: What value does Cologix’s partnership with Bandwidth IG bring to businesses seeking connectivity solutions?
A: Through collaboration with Bandwidth IG, Cologix extends its capabilities to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-speed connectivity solutions. This partnership empowers businesses to access quality dark fiber services, enhancing interconnection across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. By leveraging Cologix’s expertise and Bandwidth IG’s infrastructure, enterprises can navigate the evolving landscape of connectivity with confidence and efficiency.
