AI‑READY INFRASTRUCTURE

An AI strategy is incomplete without a network strategy

Building AI demands a new approach to connectivity and security for massive data workloads where the network is critical.

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AI‑READY INFRASTRUCTURE

An AI strategy is incomplete without a network strategy

Building AI demands a new approach to connectivity and security for massive data workloads where the network is critical.

The AI‑ready network that’s ready now

Empower your business to lead the AI revolution with Lumen. Our extensive fiber network enables ultra‑fast data transfer and low latency, delivering exceptional performance for your high‑bandwidth applications. With capacity up to 400 Gbps, deep domain expertise and expert managed and professional services, we can easily support your large‑scale deployments. See why Lumen is the strategic partner you need to achieve your AI goals.

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The AI‑ready network that’s ready now

Empower your business to lead the AI revolution with Lumen. Our extensive fiber network enables ultra‑fast data transfer and low latency, delivering exceptional performance for your high‑bandwidth applications. With capacity up to 400 Gbps, deep domain expertise and expert managed and professional services, we can easily support your large‑scale deployments. See why Lumen is the strategic partner you need to achieve your AI goals.

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Setting the standard in AI-ready infrastructure

Compare our product offerings with those of other providers to understand how we are uniquely positioned to support your business in the AI era.

Lumen

Lumen

Traditional Telco

Traditional Telco

SDCI Vendors

SDCI Vendors

Data Center Operators

Data Center Operators

Edge Fabric (compute/ storage/network)





Managed SD‑WAN/SASE services





Public cloud onramp





Ethernet On-Demand (national provider)





Network security (DDoS, threat analysis)





Internet On-Demand (tier 1 national provider)





Public optical - optical switching





Public optical - wave service (national provider)





Private optical - managed (lit) optical services





Private fiber - dark fiber provider





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There is a void in network architecture when it comes to cloud movement. Lumen is addressing it with network connectivity and flexibility. Control your bandwidth, path and latency with our 100% programmable connectivity.

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On‑Demand Services

Get agile connectivity on demand with services that boost performance, maximize availability and keep you in control of costs.

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On‑Demand Services

Get agile connectivity on demand with services that boost performance, maximize availability and keep you in control of costs.

On‑Demand Services

Get agile connectivity on demand with services that boost performance, maximize availability and keep you in control of costs.

Internet On‑Demand 

Rapidly deploy dedicated internet connectivity over multi‑service ports for fast, reliable NaaS with Lumen® Internet On‑Demand.

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Internet On‑Demand 

Rapidly deploy dedicated internet connectivity over multi‑service ports for fast, reliable NaaS with Lumen® Internet On‑Demand.

Internet On‑Demand 

Rapidly deploy dedicated internet connectivity over multi‑service ports for fast, reliable NaaS with Lumen® Internet On‑Demand.

Ethernet On‑Demand

Quickly access critical resources with secure, private NaaS connections between locations, data centers and cloud providers.

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Ethernet On‑Demand

Quickly access critical resources with secure, private NaaS connections between locations, data centers and cloud providers.

Ethernet On‑Demand

Quickly access critical resources with secure, private NaaS connections between locations, data centers and cloud providers.

IP VPN On‑Demand

Boost cloud‑based apps, services with private data connections for NaaS that help shift workloads to when and where they’re needed.

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IP VPN On‑Demand

Boost cloud‑based apps, services with private data connections for NaaS that help shift workloads to when and where they’re needed.

IP VPN On‑Demand

Boost cloud‑based apps, services with private data connections for NaaS that help shift workloads to when and where they’re needed.

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Private Connectivity Fabric

A fully digital, flexible network, built exclusively for the needs of your business.

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Private Connectivity Fabric

A fully digital, flexible network, built exclusively for the needs of your business.

Private Connectivity Fabric

A fully digital, flexible network, built exclusively for the needs of your business.

Dark Fiber

Stay ahead of bandwidth demands with all the benefits of network ownership without having to build the network yourself.

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Dark Fiber

Stay ahead of bandwidth demands with all the benefits of network ownership without having to build the network yourself.

Dark Fiber

Stay ahead of bandwidth demands with all the benefits of network ownership without having to build the network yourself.

Ethernet

Turnkey solutions to securely link data centers, clouds and new locations in virtually any configuration.

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Ethernet

Turnkey solutions to securely link data centers, clouds and new locations in virtually any configuration.

Ethernet

Turnkey solutions to securely link data centers, clouds and new locations in virtually any configuration.

IP VPN

Secure, reliable and private any‑to‑any/point‑to‑point WAN connections.

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IP VPN

Secure, reliable and private any‑to‑any/point‑to‑point WAN connections.

IP VPN

Secure, reliable and private any‑to‑any/point‑to‑point WAN connections.

Wavelengths

Handle more bandwidth on your network with fewer elements for max speed, scalability and performance.

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Wavelengths

Handle more bandwidth on your network with fewer elements for max speed, scalability and performance.

Wavelengths

Handle more bandwidth on your network with fewer elements for max speed, scalability and performance.

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AI‑Ready Networks: 5 Keys to Success

The underlying network infrastructure is the backbone of success. Yet a staggering 86% of CIOs don’t think their enterprise networks are prepared for the AI revolution1—underscoring the urgent need for a new approach to business connectivity.

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AI‑Ready Networks: 5 Keys to Success

The underlying network infrastructure is the backbone of success. Yet a staggering 86% of CIOs don’t think their enterprise networks are prepared for the AI revolution1—underscoring the urgent need for a new approach to business connectivity.

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AI essentials: Preparing your business infrastructure for an AI evolution

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AI essentials: Preparing your business infrastructure for an AI evolution

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The AI advantage: Enhancing retail interactions

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The AI advantage: Enhancing retail interactions

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Optimizing your retail infrastructure for AI

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Optimizing your retail infrastructure for AI

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The AI advantage: Enhancing financial interactions

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The AI advantage: Enhancing financial interactions

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Optimizing your financial infrastructure for AI

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Optimizing your financial infrastructure for AI

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Intelligent enterprise: Harnessing the power of AI

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Intelligent enterprise: Harnessing the power of AI

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