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Microwave Backhaul Meets Carrier Hotels: Cutting Latency to Cloud

2026-05-19T13:54:12-05:00

Wireless networks continue to evolve at a rapid pace, but one challenge remains constant: how to move massive amounts of data quickly, reliably, and cost-effectively between edge deployments and core infrastructure. That is where microwave backhaul plays a critical role. For wireless operators, ISPs, fixed wireless providers, CBRS network operators, and enterprise connectivity teams, the backhaul network can directly impact application performance, cloud access, customer experience, and scalability. While fiber remains a foundational transport medium, wireless backhaul solutions are increasingly being paired with carrier-neutral interconnection hubs to create more resilient and agile architectures. When microwave backhaul terminates directly inside a carrier hotel like 1623 Farnam, operators gain immediate access to [...]

Microwave Backhaul Meets Carrier Hotels: Cutting Latency to Cloud2026-05-19T13:54:12-05:00

CBRS Deployments: Peering and Cloud Connectivity Checklists

2026-04-30T09:02:01-05:00

CBRS networks are opening new opportunities for enterprises, service providers and private network operators to deploy flexible, high-performance wireless infrastructure. But while spectrum access and radio deployment get much of the attention, long-term success hinges on what happens beyond the air interface, specifically how CBRS networks connect into broader ecosystems for peering, cloud access and interconnection. Without a deliberate interconnection strategy, even the most well-designed CBRS networks can run into performance bottlenecks, higher latency and unnecessary transit costs.  Why Interconnection Matters for CBRS Networks CBRS networks often support data-intensive applications such as industrial automation, private enterprise connectivity and real-time analytics. These use cases demand low latency, high reliability and predictable [...]

CBRS Deployments: Peering and Cloud Connectivity Checklists2026-04-30T09:02:01-05:00

Cloud On-Ramps 101: How Cloud On-Ramps Deliver Secure, Low-Latency Connectivity Beyond the Public Internet

2026-03-11T10:40:46-05:00

Cloud on-ramps are transforming how enterprises, carriers and service providers connect to hyperscale platforms. Rather than routing critical workloads over the unpredictable public internet, cloud on-ramps enable direct cloud connectivity through private, high-performance interconnection infrastructure. The result: fewer network hops, lower latency, improved security and faster provisioning, all delivered inside a carrier-neutral environment like 1623 Farnam. For organizations running latency-sensitive applications, AI workloads, SaaS platforms or hybrid cloud environments, the difference between public internet routing and private cloud interconnection services is not incremental. It is architectural. The Problem with the Public Internet The public internet was never designed for mission-critical enterprise workloads. When traffic traverses multiple unknown networks, it introduces: [...]

Cloud On-Ramps 101: How Cloud On-Ramps Deliver Secure, Low-Latency Connectivity Beyond the Public Internet2026-03-11T10:40:46-05:00

1623 Farnam Partners with Bridged Broadband to Expand Diverse Midwest Connectivity

2026-02-20T10:43:07-06:00

         The new interconnection enables high-capacity, carrier-diverse routes from Omaha into underserved rural Missouri markets. OMAHA – February 23, 2026– 1623 Farnam, a regional leader in network-neutral edge interconnection and data center services, announces a strategic partnership with Bridged Broadband, a next-generation network provider deploying a high-capacity, ultra-resilient backbone designed to deliver true route diversity and cost-effective access into underserved rural markets. Through the partnership, Bridged Broadband has established a presence at 1623 Farnam to interconnect and exchange traffic with global, national and regional carriers, leveraging Omaha’s role as a critical Midwest connectivity hub. The collaboration enables Bridged Broadband to extend its unique, carrier-diverse routes between Omaha, [...]

1623 Farnam Partners with Bridged Broadband to Expand Diverse Midwest Connectivity2026-02-20T10:43:07-06:00

Internet Exchange Peering for Enterprises: Lower Egress, Better UX with Omaha IX

2026-01-28T12:13:29-06:00

Internet exchange peering is no longer a strategy reserved for hyperscalers and global network operators. For enterprises managing cloud-heavy workloads, SaaS delivery and latency-sensitive applications, direct participation in a regional Internet Exchange is becoming a practical way to reduce costs, improve performance and increase network resilience. At the center of this shift in the Midwest is the Omaha Internet Exchange, known as Omaha IX, which offers enterprises a more efficient path to content, cloud and partner networks directly from their rack. As enterprises rethink how traffic moves in and out of their environments, the limitations of traditional upstream transit are becoming clear. Hairpin routing, unpredictable latency, rising cloud egress fees [...]

Internet Exchange Peering for Enterprises: Lower Egress, Better UX with Omaha IX2026-01-28T12:13:29-06:00

1623 Farnam Expands Omaha Footprint With Second Midwest Interconnection Facility

2026-01-16T11:17:24-06:00

The new facility, set to be operational in 2028, will add at least 5MW of planned capacity to meet growing Midwest interconnection demand. OMAHA – January 19, 2026– 1623 Farnam, a regional leader in network-neutral edge interconnection and data center services, announces it has closed on a second interconnection facility in Omaha, significantly expanding its regional footprint and long-term capacity to support network-driven growth. The new facility will complement 1623 Farnam’s flagship carrier hotel and is planned to be operational in mid-2028, delivering at least 5MW of capacity while reinforcing the company’s interconnection-first strategy and commitment to the Midwest as a critical meet-in-the-middle market for cloud, carrier, wireless and content [...]

1623 Farnam Expands Omaha Footprint With Second Midwest Interconnection Facility2026-01-16T11:17:24-06:00

1623 Farnam in Review: 2025 Milestones and What’s Ahead for Connectivity in 2026

2026-01-15T11:23:56-06:00

For 1623 Farnam, 2025 was a year defined by momentum. Demand for low-latency connectivity, edge deployments and flexible interconnection models continued to accelerate and we responded by expanding our physical footprint, strengthening our cloud and peering ecosystem and deepening our role as a critical connectivity hub in the Central U.S with our Omaha location.  As networks become more distributed and latency-sensitive, the value of location, interconnection density and carrier neutrality has never been clearer. When looking back at 2025 and ahead to connectivity 2026, one theme stands out: proximity is becoming a competitive advantage! A Look Back: Key 1623 Farnam Accomplishments in 2025 Expanding to Support Edge and Network Growth [...]

1623 Farnam in Review: 2025 Milestones and What’s Ahead for Connectivity in 20262026-01-15T11:23:56-06:00

Private LTE Networks at the Edge: Faster Cloud Paths for Industrial Sites

2025-12-10T11:09:16-06:00

Industrial operations, from smart manufacturing floors to sprawling logistics campuses, are adopting private LTE networks to support automation, telemetry and real-time quality control. These environments need bandwidth, low latency and reliability, but just as importantly, they need a direct and predictable path to the cloud platforms their systems rely on. That’s where choosing the right edge data center makes all the difference. For many industrial operators, the conversation around private LTE begins with spectrum, coverage and device density. But the real performance gains happen after traffic leaves the site. If your private LTE network backhauls into the public Internet before reaching cloud applications or an enterprise network, you’re exposing mission-critical [...]

Private LTE Networks at the Edge: Faster Cloud Paths for Industrial Sites2025-12-10T11:09:16-06:00

Fixed Wireless Access Backhaul: Why Proximity to an IX Matters

2025-11-04T09:31:17-06:00

Fixed wireless access (FWA) is one of the fastest ways to light up homes, MDUs, campuses, and edge locations, especially where fiber builds are slow or expensive. But great radio performance is only half the story. The customer experience ultimately rides on fixed wireless backhaul: how quickly and reliably you can move traffic from cell sites and hubs into the broader internet and cloud. That’s where proximity to a major internet exchange (IX) inside a carrier hotel changes the game. Below, we unpack why placing your FWA backhaul near Omaha IX, inside a neutral facility with 60+ carriers and direct cloud paths, streamlines turn-ups, improves failover, and scales with demand. [...]

Fixed Wireless Access Backhaul: Why Proximity to an IX Matters2025-11-04T09:31:17-06:00

Empowering Applications with Edge Computing

2025-10-10T12:44:28-05:00

As enterprises generate and consume more data than ever before, edge computing has emerged as the key to delivering speed, scalability and intelligence. By moving compute and storage closer to where data is created, organizations unlock the ability to process information in near real-time, enabling applications that simply can’t wait for long-haul latency. At 1623 Farnam, we’re proud to empower enterprises, cloud providers and carriers with infrastructure that brings the edge to life. Our carrier-neutral edge data center is home to a rich ecosystem of networks, cloud on-ramps, and interconnection opportunities, making it possible for our customers to deploy applications at the edge and deliver exceptional performance across industries. Learn [...]

Empowering Applications with Edge Computing2025-10-10T12:44:28-05:00
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