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Business Wire
19-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Zyxel Communications Expands Its Presence at Fiber Connect 2025
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zyxel Communications, a leading provider of network innovation, will have a strong presence at Fiber Connect 2025 as it showcases its latest future-proof solutions designed to deliver fast, reliable broadband connectivity in any environment. Zyxel is showcasing its broadest portfolio of products yet – including its latest Wi-Fi 7 routers and OLTs – and offering multiple opportunities to network and connect on vital technology trends shaping the broadband and connected home markets. 'This year marks our largest presence to date at Fiber Connect, and it reflects our deep commitment to equipping broadband service providers with smarter, more reliable solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing market,' said Karsten Gewecke, President, at Zyxel Communications. 'As the broadband landscape continues to evolve at an accelerated pace, our growth is fueled by innovation, strategic partnerships, and a shared vision for the future as we build together with our customers.' Here's what's in store for Zyxel at Fiber Connect 2025: prpl based OPAL 3.0: Built on the prpl open framework, Zyxel's OPAL offers seamless integration, a containerized solution and scalability, which enables ISPs to deliver customized services faster and more efficiently, with better security and flexibility. Visitors can meet with our team and learn how OPAL 3.0 can help you stay ahead. Wi-Fi 7: Zyxel is leading the way with Wi-Fi 7, introducing a comprehensive range of products featuring either OpenSync or prpl (OPAL 3.0), designed to handle up to 10G speeds. Come explore the solutions that were some of the first to achieve Wi-Fi 7 certification from the Wi-Fi Alliance and see how it can solve today's critical connectivity needs. 5G FWA: Our solutions give customers the ultra-fast, low-latency connections they require. At the event, we will showcase our indoor and outdoor routers, complete with multiple mounting options. Future-Proof Fiber: Attendees will experience Zyxel's next-generation 50G access ready OLT, our white-box OLT, multi-gig switch and unbundled ONTs, which are designed to future-proof networks against evolving industry standards and are versatile in any environment. Expo Theater Presentation with Zyxel's President: Join Karsten Gewecke, President of Zyxel Communications, on June 2 at 4:20 PM at the Expo Theater to gain insight on how Zyxel is leveraging prpl, an open-source framework, to drive innovation in the new era of cloud-based subscriber networks. Zyxel's On-Site Café and Competition: Throughout the show, stop by for an on-demand free coffee, enjoy conversations with our team and try out your luck in our competition. Brew, Bites, and Broadband: Following Karsten's keynote speech, Zyxel will host its first-ever social hour at 4:45 PM on June 2. Join us at Booth 1042 for snacks, refreshments, and the chance to connect with industry leaders to discuss trends that are shaping the future of broadband innovation. For more information about Zyxel's presence at Fiber Connect, visit our event page or meet with the Zyxel team at Booth 1042. About Zyxel Zyxel Communications delivers technological innovations and has connected the world to the internet for more than 35 years. Whether establishing access through fixed or mobile broadband solutions, Zyxel Communications offers a comprehensive and flexible portfolio of products that are keeping service providers ahead of the competition. For more information, please follow us on LinkedIn.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Researchers make game-changing breakthrough that could impact the entire internet: 'It's … like rearranging the pipeline'
A team of researchers at the University of Waterloo discovered how to reduce energy use at data centers by up to 30%. Since computing uses an estimated 5% of global energy each day, the impact of this method could be enormous, reported Tech Xplore. The internet routes most traffic through data centers running on Linux software. Information arrives in "packets" at what Waterloo computer science professor Martin Karsten calls "the data center's frontend, kind of like a receptionist at a front desk, figures out where to send those packets." The current process wastes energy through inefficient sorting. But Karsten and graduate student Peter Cai found a simple solution: "We didn't add anything. We just rearranged what is done when, which leads to a much better usage of the data center's CPU caches. It's kind of like rearranging the pipeline at a manufacturing plant, so that you don't have people running around all the time," Karsten said. Do you think our power grid needs to be upgraded? Definitely Only in some states Not really I'm not sure Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Working with Joe Damato, an engineer at Fastly, they wrote about 30 lines of code to fix the issue. Linux recently added this solution to its newest software update. Major companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta can now use it. The timing couldn't be better. Computing power needs keep rising, especially with artificial intelligence improving so quickly. But if companies activate this protocol, Karsten noted "it could save gigawatt hours of energy worldwide. Almost every single service request that happens on the internet could be positively affected by this." "We all have a part to play in building a greener future," Karsten continued. The research team published its findings in an academic journal, showing how small tweaks can benefit people and the planet. This kind of smart innovation makes preserving resources easier for everyone. By improving the efficiency of the internet's backbone, we can keep our digital world running while reducing energy use and costs. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
When is the Louisville Home & Garden Show? Here's your guide to the 2025 event
The annual Louisville Home & Garden show returns to the Kentucky Exposition Center for three days starting Feb. 28, bringing together industry leaders in gardening, landscaping and home projects. Here's everything to know about the 2025 event: Industry leaders in gardening, landscaping and home projects will be on hand at the Louisville Home & Garden Show from Feb. 28 to March 2 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Homeowners, garden enthusiast and those just starting out will find expertise and creativity to fuel their 2025 home and garden dreams. The 2025 Louisville Home & Garden Show takes places at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 1 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 2. More: You're mowing your lawn wrong. Here are 3 tips from Kentucky's @thatlawndude Tickets are $10 or free for ages 10 and younger. You can purchase tickets at Parking at the Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane is $12. Find more details at There are numerous industry experts and leaders who will be presenting at the Louisville Home & Garden Show in 2025, including: Chase Stetson – "That Lawn Dude:" Known as 'That Lawn Dude,' Stetson is famous for his innovative lawn designs that turn ordinary yards into extraordinary works of art. He'll provide tips and tricks for creating a lawn that's both functional and eye-catching Saturday, March 1 at 1 p.m. Joel Karsten – Straw Bale Gardener: The pioneer of straw bale gardening, Karsten will teach attendees how to grow lush, productive gardens with minimal space and resources. This eco-friendly technique is perfect for modern gardeners looking to embrace sustainability. Karsten will speak several times each day of the show. Marlena Wolf – Edible Gardens: Wolf, an edible gardening expert, will demonstrate how to transform your garden into a source of fresh, organic produce. Learn her best practices for creating a native planting plan on Saturday at 4 p.m. Margaret Shea – Dropseed Native Plant Nursery: Shea will guide you on incorporating native plants into your garden to promote biodiversity and create a harmonious landscape. She speaks at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Janet Miller – Louisville Rose Society: Miller shares her expertise on cultivating vibrant roses that thrive in the Kentuckiana climate. Seasoned rosarian and beginners alike will be inspired by her insights. Catch Miller on the Main Stage Friday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. The Greater Louisville Bonsai Society: Dive into the art of bonsai. From care tips to design principles, these experts will showcase how to create stunning miniature landscapes that bring a sense of tranquility to any space. Watch the presentation Friday at 4 p.m. and Saturday at 6 p.m. Master Gardeners: Master Gardeners, including Mary Wheatley and Terry Gibson, bring a wealth of knowledge on everything from soil health to seasonal planting. They will present growing and cooking with fresh herbs on Friday at 1 p.m., and growing in pots Friday at 2 p.m. More: These 3 winter plants, flowers love cold weather. Here's what to grow There are numerous things to see at the 2025 Louisville Home and Garden Show. Here are some highlights: Friday, Feb. 28: Noon, 3 and 6 p.m.: Straw Bale Gardening 101. Discover why this amazing method has exploded in popularity world-wide with Joel Karsten 1 p.m.: Growing and cooking with fresh herbs with Mary Wheatley 2 p.m.: Growing in pots with Terry Gibson 4 p.m.: Greater Louisville Bonsai Society 5 p.m.: Louisville Rose Society Saturday, March 1: Noon, 3 and 5 p.m.: Straw Bale Gardening 101. Discover why this amazing method has exploded in popularity world-wide with Joel Karsten 1 p.m.: Chase Stetson, That Lawn Dude 2 p.m.: Dropseed Native Plant Nursery 4 p.m.: Native Planting Plan with Marlena Wolf 6 p.m.: Greater Louisville Bonsai Society Sunday, March 2: Noon and 2 p.m.: Straw Bale Gardening 101. Discover why this amazing method has exploded in popularity world-wide with Joel Karsten. 1 p.m.: Louisville Rose Society Find a full schedule at Reach features news clerk Gege Reed at greed@ This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Louisville Home & Garden Show guide to the 2025 event
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Yahoo
A city with wellness at its heart – Agadir is the ultimate destination for a healthy getaway
I've visited Morocco to check into wellness retreats before, so this trip out to the northernmost tip of Africa isn't my first visit. However, I've never set foot in Agadir – a location renowned for its surfing, pristine beaches and tranquil hotels replete with golf courses and yoga studios. Agadir, one of ' newest destinations in its wide range, is a short-haul flight from the UK and only one hour ahead, so if you're embracing the slow travel trend, your sleep pattern won't take too much of a hit. Plus you'll step off the plane in four hours or less. Thanks to the attentive crew and VIP service on the plane, I arrive feeling rested and ready to enjoy what the Moroccan coastline has to offer. Agadir typically enjoys temperatures between 21 and 28 degrees during the day and with more than 300 days of sunshine per year, it's fast becoming a destination for those seeking a top up of vitamin D during the winter months. A stay in January takes me from the UK's chilly climes to bright sunshine and cloudless skies in a matter of sight of palm trees, cacti and huge bursts of pink, red and lilac bougainvillea are enough to lift anyone's mood. And on the ride to my hotel I'm able to enjoy the view from the window – an electric blue sky that stretches for miles out over the ocean like an optical illusion. We pull up to the four-star Paradis Plage Resort after our return transfer (included with my ) to be greeted by terracotta walls with pretty tile details and a courtyard of lush fig and orange trees. My balcony provides a gorgeous view of the sea and a soothing soundscape of waves gently meeting the shore. The suite smells of orange blossom and there's an array of fresh fruit, almonds and sultanas on the table in hand-painted bowls. Paradis Plage Resort is a surfing and yoga resort – one of many venues in Agadir that prides itself on catering to the wellness crowd. The hotel spa occupies the entire basement floor, and within hours of arriving, I'm lathered in argan oil having the knots in my shoulders thoroughly worked out by a talented therapist. I'm told by hotel staff that during the high season, the beach is much busier. But at hotels like this, the guests aren't usually sunning themselves with a cocktail in hand. They're more likely to be up with the sun for a run along the sand or to scope out the waves for a pre-breakfast surf. This is a new kind of beach holiday, and one that I'm fully on board with as a wellness editor. Like many of the other guests I commit to an early start, walking while it's still dark and keen to see what's in store at the sunrise yoga class. I'm surprised at how moving I find the experience. Karsten, our teacher, makes the session one of the highlights of the trip. He throws open the doors of the studio so we can hear the waves hit the beach and grins, asking us to bring all our positive feelings from this class home with us as we stretch and hold while the sun climbs over the water. Later on I'm asked to stand in the middle of the room and have twenty strangers assess my downward dog. Back in London, this might have seemed like an odd ritual, but here, it's reframed as an act of communion and a chance to shake off your inhibitions. I laugh through the experience and actually enjoy the helpful pointers I'm given – the vibes are good here. Staying on a half-board basis meant that all breakfasts and evening meals were included. I made the most of that after the class, enjoying a healthy breakfast of apricots dipped in yogurt and fresh mint tea poured from a great height – this is apparently the only way to serve tea in Morocco. I'm told later by my guide Youssef that the foam from a lengthy pour protects the tea from sand, dust and bacteria. 'If you hand a Moroccan person a glass of tea with no foam, they'll tell you to drink it.' he says. By the time I leave, I'm a pro at the Saharan pour and I've earnt my stripes. My gut is also feeling pretty happy thanks to the soothing properties of the stewed mint leaves. During my stay on a half-board basis, I also feast on locally grown vegetables, fresh oranges and figs and plenty of Morocco's healthiest and most delectable exports: argan oil and saffron. Fans of freshly baked bread are guaranteed to enjoy the warm round loaves of khubz baked in clay ovens and of course, you can't visit Morocco without sampling couscous and tagine. During my stay at Paradis Plage Resort I'm also able to enjoy a range of smoothies and mocktails from the hotel's two restaurants. On my first night I opt for a detox cocktail on the beach under twinkling lights and night two sees me polish off a virgin colada. You can drink alcohol if you want to, but it's good to know that more venues are offering low and no menus for guests who might want to swerve booze and wake up feeling fresh. Waking up with a clear head is just what the doctor ordered because while in Agadir I'm going to be surfing for the first time. I'm a bit nervous at first, but my instructor puts my mind at ease, telling me that the coastline of Agadir is the best place in the world to learn to surf. 'There are no rocks, there's no coral, it's just soft sand all the way out' he tells me. And he's right. The water is warm enough in a wetsuit even in January too. Surfers flock here for the perfect waves and the endless stretches of sand. My instructor tells me this coastline is favoured by pro surfers as well, and points out the most popular spots for competitive athletes. Going with also makes it easier to take your own board (if it's no bigger than 300 cm and you pre-book it), if you happen to be a committed surfer. Though for me, renting one worked just as well for my first attempt. I hadn't considered Morocco as a particularly key destination for extreme sports but once again I'm surprised by the opportunities to be active. So I head for the Saharan dunes to try my hand at sandboarding. We pass rows of quad bikes, camper vans filled with wetsuit-clad surfers and clusters of houses painted in kaleidoscopic colours before we reach an open stretch of sand free of argan bushes. The sun beats down at a cool 22 degrees in mid January so sunscreen is a must before we set out into the desert. We walk through canyons filled with shells – these tunnels are a remnant of an ancient riverbed leading to the sea – and the air is cool. Then it's up the dunes to be rewarded with views that are well worth the climb. The sea and sky meet in front of us and camels plod by as we find the best dunes to slide down on a snowboard. Back at the hotel, I check in with the on-site personal trainer to stretch. We then focus on a little light cardio and I enjoy the well-equipped outdoor gym space banked by palm trees and the ocean. You'll need a pretty varied wardrobe in Agadir. Swimwear, activewear, something for the beach, the evenings, extreme sports, exploring local villages, the desert and more. Luckily, (for Agadir getaways) and (for Marrakech trips) packages both include 22kg of hold baggage and 10kg hand luggage when you book, so you can pack with peace of mind. A far more modern location than say Marrakech or Casablanca, Agadir plays host to sunny golf courses, beachfront hotels and shining white houses which dazzle in the sun, earning the location its nickname – the White City. Set between the blue Atlantic Ocean and the Atlas Mountains, Agadir feels ultra-relaxed and buzzes with anticipation and hidden opportunities. The medina and market stalls are worth visiting for local crafts and tasty snacks but it's really the endless stretch of golden sand that draws visitors here more than anything else. A haven for wellness travellers hit by the sun all year round, you'd be hard pressed to find a better spot to meditate, surf, swim, stretch or melt onto a massage table. Visit for full details on flights and hotel packages to Agadir. They also have plenty of new destinations for Summer 2025, including the Costa Verde in Portugal, Amalfi Coast in Italy, and Pula and Istrian Coast in Croatia. If you book a package, it just takes a low £60pp deposit* to get the ball rolling, and you'll have return flights and hotel transfers~ included in your 2 to 5-star getaway too! With a account at the moment, you can also enjoy £100 off per person^. *On bookings made 10 weeks or more before departure. Full payment required by balance due date. ~Unless otherwise stated. ^Save £100pp with a account, please see Discount is not applied to Free Child Places.
