The internet seems like this incomprehensible thing that allows us to share information at the speed of light. That’s a ...

Many miles off the western coast of the Americas, an undersea cable connects Los Angeles, California to Valparaiso, Chile. Stretched end-to-end, it’s equal to four-fifths of the Earth’s diameter. The ...

A proof-of-concept study found that the same tech that carries high-speed internet might help track notoriously noisy insects. By Laura Baisas Published Nov 30, 2023 10:00 AM EST Get the Popular ...

Simple fiber-optic cables that are essential for powering the internet can be a useful tool in spotting geohazards such as ...

A new study suggests using fiber optic cables on the ocean floor could track underwater fault ruptures and improve earthquake ...

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