Every few years, satellite connectivity re‑enters the spotlight with headlines promising the end of terrestrial networks. Low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations and reusable rockets have fuelled claims that satellites could one day replace fibre entirely. This article examines whether that’s feasible. While satellite technology has improved dramatically, the idea that it could replace fibre‑based ground […]
Month: April 2026
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More than “just another internet connection”
In an era where connectivity is often treated as a commodity, it’s easy to assume that all network connections are broadly the same. But for the UK’s education, research, and public sectors, a connection to Janet represents something fundamentally different—and increasingly important. Janet is not designed to compete with commercial internet providers, or to serve […]
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Jisc strengthens its connectivity to GÉANT
This month, Jisc has reengineered connectivity between Janet and GÉANT, now delivered via a single 400Gbit/s port (previously multiples of 100Gbit/s) — a significant step that reinforces the UK’s place at the heart of global research and education.As well as the obvious benefits of lower port, power and space consumption, this upgrade reflects the growing […]