Low latency takes the pole position in India

Ultra-low latency is no longer an option but is as crucial as connectivity, playing a significant role in ensuring a high-quality user experience

- MADHU PANDYA

India is experiencing a surge in the popularity of the digital way of life in the post-COVID world. With over 658 million Internet users, approximately 47% of the country’s total population, an increasing number of Indians are getting connected to the digital world. Moreover, there is a growing trend of using cloud-based applications, services, and content among the population.

As we continue to work, learn, play and socialise from home, there is an increasing demand for highquality connectivity. Being merely connected is no longer sufficient. In an increasingly pervasive digital economy, a dependable and high-speed connection is vital for fully participating and engaging with high-bandwidth content and applications.

As the digital economy in India matures and the number of users continues to grow, it has become increasingly important to ensure robust connectivity. This is essential for people to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the digital world. While much emphasis has been placed on the speed and bandwidth aspects of a quality Internet connection, latency is often overlooked. However, it is a crucial component that plays a significant role in ensuring a high-quality online experience for users.

THE LATENCY FACTOR 

In recent years, low-latency connectivity has emerged as a critical component in ensuring high-quality Internet connectivity. This is especially important in time-sensitive use cases such as financial trading, online gaming, smart manufacturing, and video conferencing.