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NB521: Optics Advances in the Data Center; Google Extends Gmail’s End-to-End Encryption
Apr 7, 2025
Gerald Combs, creator of Wireshark and currently with Sysdig, dives into the world of cybersecurity and optical advancements. He discusses a serious vulnerability in Firefox and NIST's newly introduced post-quantum encryption algorithm. Combs also explores cutting-edge optical technologies like co-packaged optics and the revolutionary optical interposer aimed at boosting chip communication. Additionally, he highlights Google's measures to enhance Gmail's security with end-to-end encryption, ensuring user privacy in today's digital landscape.
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- Megaport offers rapid and scalable network connections, allowing businesses to dynamically adjust bandwidth without long provisioning delays.
- Recent vulnerabilities in Firefox and Chrome emphasize the critical need for regular software updates to ensure ongoing security in IT environments.
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