If you’re looking for a high-performance, cost-effective solution for short-range, high-speed data transmission, Active Optical Cables (AOCs) might be exactly what you need. More than just a connection medium, AOCs are a key enabler for modern data centers, high-performance computing (HPC), and storage networking systems. In this article, we’ll dive into what AOCs are, how they work, where they’re used, and why they might be the perfect choice for your fiber optic infrastructure.