With over 90% of countries now integrating digital learning platforms, and approximately 82% of students preferring hybrid learning environments, reliable connectivity has become a cornerstone of modern education.
Supporting Connected Learning
With hybrid educational models growing in popularity post-pandemic, both students and faculty members require rapid speeds and stronger connectivity in-class and building-to-building. It’s become increasingly clear that the classroom is no longer bounded by four walls or book spines.
There are a number of benefits to online learning, it increases student retention rates between 25-60%, and takes employees and students 40-60% less time to complete than conventional courses. A strong network is a crucial element in delivering education to where students are located, whether in the same room or at home. However, unreliable connectivity can hinder efforts to access educational resources quickly, slowing the downloads of materials as well as causing delays and interruptions to online conferences and training courses.
Building Better Campus Networks
As students transition to colleges and universities, they begin working on key research projects that may lead to innovations within technologies and medicines and the betterment of society. However, the scale of these projects may mean additional bandwidth is required to enable the efficient collection, storage, and analysis of data. Developing low-latency remote laboratories can help students cultivate insightful research without having to be concerned about network performance.
At the same time, student life is more than just the classroom. For boarding schools and university campuses, adequate connectivity is required for everything from video streaming to security. There’s also a cost element; in a sector where every penny can make a difference in terms of the learning experience, it’s key that network builders can establish a reliable network while keeping costs down, as these resources can be used elsewhere for further educational support.
The Support from AddOn Networks
The use of fiber optic networks overcomes these issues. Fiber optic connections use light to transmit and receive data which is more efficient than traditional copper lines, delivering quicker, more stable transmissions of data with significantly better signal quality. The high-speed internet network achieved through fiber optics also allows for the inclusion of additional tools to assist students in comprehending new concepts, helping them to reach their full potential.
The reliability of campus networks can be significantly enhanced with AddOn Networks’ third party optical transceivers. Our solutions provide a proven 99.98% reliability rating, ensuring students and faculty stay connected with confidence. Each transceiver is backed by a lifetime warranty, offering long-term peace of mind.
With AddOn’s transceivers, networks operate more efficiently and securely, minimizing issues like dropped calls, lost files, and security disruptions. In addition, our solutions support network expansion to reach the edge of campuses and beyond, maintaining performance for both Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections.
A Strong Network Backbone
AddOn Networks proudly supports hundreds of educational institutions globally, including The Nueva School, the Latin School of Chicago, and the Thompson School District. The AddOn Advantage, as well as our expertise in fiber networking means these institutions have partnered with a provider with demonstrable experience in building reliable networks.
Third-party optics remain the smart choice when it comes to uninterrupted online learning experiences while reducing CAPEX in networks. From 1G to 800G solutions, AddOn Networks delivers best-in-class fiber optics and workstation accessories at a fraction of the cost offered by Network Equipment Manufacturers (NEMs).