Neutral-host open access networks present an attractive investment opportunity: learn more how to become the infrastructure partner of choice. 5G and FTTH require telcos to continuously expand and densify their networks. And like Towercos – fibercos present an attractive opportunity for network investors. Fiber is a perfect medium for sharing with its future-proof capacity and …
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As networks evolve, so do the skill-sets needed to design, deploy and maintain them. More software skills are needed at all levels as automation plays a larger role in everything from RF testing to how the network is monitored and managed. Networks are more software-defined than ever, and IT skills are in high demand. What …
In its current form, 5G is focused on delivering an enhanced mobile broadband experience to consumers. But, in terms of creating new revenue opportunities, operators are looking to enterprise digital transformation to deliver 5G use cases that draw on the full feature set of eMBB, massive IoT, and ultra-reliable low-latency communications. As 5G continues to …
Many CSPs are deploying 5G NSA intending to evolve to 5G SA as the technology matures. This calls for the transition from 5G NSA to 5G SA to be straightforward for the CSP and transparent to the end-user. This article describes ways to make that transition happen, focusing on the 5G core. Introduction By the …
Live field testing 5G networks ensure that beams are transmitting accurately to fulfil performance metrics such as throughput per cell, throughput per device, and Quality of Experience (QoE). Learn about the key challenges that mobile network operators face in this article.
Learn how time-sensitive networking (TSN) for fronthaul can help you meet the transport convergence, capacity, latency, synchronization, and resiliency requirements of 5G networks. Learn how Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) for fronthaul can: Address 5G service diversity and time-sensitive applications Deliver bandwidth-efficient, packetized transport for C-RANs Converge transport for all 4G/5G traffic types Provide highly precise network-based …
In today’s broadband economy, geospatial technology matters more. New technologies such as self-driving cars, edge computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) increase the need for high bandwidth, low latency networks. With 5G comes a dependency on location not seen before. In today’s broadband economy, geospatial technology matters more. Identifying the right places and mapping …
Organizations now can take real-time, proactive control to remediate issues and protect against network threats with software-controlled sensors and data plane engineering capabilities. In this article, you’ll learn: The drivers behind next-generation networks The importance of analytics at the edge The role of MantisNet’s solutions in helping manage real-time intelligence at the edge Deploying continuous …
So what exactly does DFT-s-OFDM mean? How about mMTC? Raise your hand if you can use SS-RSRQ in a sentence. The number of 5G terms and acronyms increases all the time with no end in sight. If you’re working in the 5G ecosystem, it’s critical that you understand the design and test concepts across multiple …
5G networks promise faster and more reliable communication that will open doors to exciting application areas, but working with 5G introduces new challenges in design and test. Keysight’s 4-part article series, First Steps in 5G, will get you started on the road to mastering the complexities of 5G. Part 1: 5G New Radio Standard helps …
This article introduces the following three strategies to accelerate device acceptance test: Leverage conformance test toolsets to expand use case testing Perform stress testing device battery consumption under different use case scenarios Use virtual drive test to find issues before field drive tests
Mobile network operators (MNOs) are gearing up for the deployment of the most innovative wireless communication technology yet. 5G will enable them to bring new experiences to customers through virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR). It will give rise to amazing AR applications like remote surgery or machine-type communication (MTC) applications such as the remote control …
5G is no longer just an ambition for communications service providers (CSPs). It’s an essential requirement for delivering the kinds of digital experiences today’s customers demand. However, current approaches are incapable of handling the network traffic to deliver the full 5G experience. That’s where Nokia 5G Anyhaul can help. This article discusses how 5G Anyhaul …
The headline on 09 Apr 2020 The market for radio frequency (RF) front-end components remained flat in 2018 and 2019 and will remain flat in 2020, according to Strategy Analytics. Source: Strategy Analytics: RF Front End Market Stalls Intel and the Georgia Institute of Technology were selected to lead a program to mitigate machine learning …
The headline on 28 Feb 2020 MobiledgeX has released MobiledgeX Edge-Cloud R2.0 to address the emerging needs of enterprises that are deploying edge-enabled cloud applications. Source: MobiledgeX Extends Edge Computing Support To The Enterprise With Platform Update Dell Technologies is betting that its server business will rebound this year as its PC segment slows down …
5G presents a huge leap in mobile broadband capacity, speed and latency, and brings the promise of innovative and exciting new use cases. Part of the excitement comes from the convergence of new technologies such as big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. These new technologies, combined with the gigabit speeds, enhanced capacity and ultra-low …
The headline on 30 October 2019 California blackouts meant to reduce the risk of wildfires have also cut power to many cellphone towers. Source: NYT article > California Blackouts Hit Cellphone Service, Fraying a Lifeline Samsung Electronics Co Ltd teased a new design for a smartphone that folds into a square and easily fits into …
Rolling out 5G services is an opportunity for telco operators to enhance automation, improve customer experience and meet their business goals. This article outlines the route to success on each count, and shows why 5G rollout should be viewed as the start of network automation rather than its culmination. Read now to discover: The symbiotic …
The new Fifth-Generation (5G) standard is a unified mobile communication framework for our connected, mobile society; it supports high data-speed applications as well as mission-critical communications with ultra-reliable and low-latency requirements, and it connects billions of devices that can communicate with each other autonomously. This is the vision the International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R) …
The 5G mobile communications standard is designed to fulfill several performance and use case requirements currently not possible in 4G networks, including: Enhanced broadband that brings fiber-optic speeds and bandwidth to over-the-air (OTA) connections Low latencies and extreme reliability for realtime OTA process control Much higher device densities that will enable the massive Internet of …
It was the technology visionary Steve Jobs (1955–2011) who expanded the Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard’s (1813–1855) philosophical quote which originally said, “Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” Steve applied this notion to technology saying, “You cannot connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So …
5G will create exciting opportunities for you to collaborate with enterprises to deliver premium digital experiences. To seize these opportunities, you need a monetization solution that simplifies partnering and enables new levels of business speed, scale and innovation. Learn how an early start on deploying a 5G-ready monetization solution will help you boost revenue for …
It’s easy to consider 5G as a progression of internet speeds and bandwidths from 4G that will make the instant gratification that we expect from our online experience even more instantaneous. But 5G is about more than just enabling unprecedented speed. Its architecture will profoundly transform the way people experience their homes and cities, how …