Viavi Solutions' Paul Brooks at OFC 2017

Dr. Paul Brooks of Viavi Solutions discusses the current state of 400G fiber-optic test, FlexE and FlexO, and other OFC 2017 technology trends with Lightwave Editorial Director Stephen Hardy.

Dr. Paul Brooks of Viavi Solutions discusses the current state of 400G fiber-optic test, FlexE and FlexO, and other OFC 2017 technology trends with Lightwave Editorial Director Stephen Hardy.

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Stephen Hardy

Editorial Director and Associate Publisher

Stephen Hardy has covered fiber optics for more than 15 years, and communications and technology for more than 30 years. He is responsible for establishing and executing Lightwave's editorial strategy across its digital magazine, website, newsletters, research and other information products. He has won multiple awards for his writing.

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