Internet speed record would allow AAA game downloads in 2 milliseconds

Internet speeds have come a long way since the days of dial-up connections. A team of engineers in Japan recently achieved a data transmission rate of 402Tbps using standard fiber optic cables, setting a new world record.

The engineers from Japan’s National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) described the achievement in an in-depth paper. They utilized fiber optic cabling, transmission bands, signal amplifiers, and gain equalizers to maintain signal integrity over a distance of 50 kilometers.

This record-breaking speed surpasses the previous world record by 25% and boasts a total signal bandwidth of 37.6THz. To put it into perspective, with a connection like this, you could download a game like Red Dead Redemption 2 in milliseconds.

While most personal computers can’t handle these speeds, it’s a testament to what is possible with technology. As we continue to push the boundaries of internet speeds, who knows what the future holds for home connections.

For now, we can marvel at the achievements of the engineers at NICT and look forward to advancements that may one day make such speeds accessible to the average consumer.