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Layer 0(zero) merely introduces any latency to the network.

- It’s mostly the electronics that imparts latency in the network.
- The more we play with bit streams/signals ;more will be the latency.
- Most of the latency optimization happens in layer 1-3.
Future Transport Network Requirements:

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