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 …