#fiber-optics
5 episodes
#1758: The Internet's Physical Bread Delivery System
Netflix doesn't stream from California to Jerusalem. It uses local boxes in your city. Here's how the internet physically moves data to you.
#1242: The Physical Backbone: Rebuilding the Internet for AI
Forget the "cloud" metaphor. Explore the massive physical pipes, Tier-1 providers, and new fiber tech powering the 2026 AI revolution.
#447: The Long Reach: Solving the PC Cable Length Dilemma
Can you move your PC to another room? Herman and Corn explore the limits of USB, HDMI, and power cables for the ultimate silent workspace.
#401: Fiber vs. Copper: The Future of Home Networking
Is Ethernet dying? Herman and Corn explore why copper still reigns supreme for power, while fiber optics conquer the network backbone.
#138: The Glass Threads: Decoding the Internet's Anatomy
From living room routers to deep-sea cables, Herman and Corn explore the massive, hidden engineering that keeps our digital world connected.