A toolkit lets integrated operators run their mobile and fixed-line operations on a common 5G core.
Roadmap helps governments promote, fund, and implement 5G open RAN
The Open RAN Coalition’s roadmap provides guidance for governments trying to navigate through 5G by promoting cooperation, providing financial incentives, and implementing policy.
Industrial router connects wired networks to cellular
The IX10 from Digi International lets you perform industrial monitoring, control, and configuration of equipment through cellular networks.
Key takeaways from 6G Symposium
Despite the intense hype, 5G looks like a stepping stone to the real thing.
Open RAN unlocks network functions
In a video interview, Analog Devices’ Nitin Sharma explains the company’s involvement with open RAN and the concept of a functional split. Open radio access networks are all the talk at the network — as opposed to the wireless — side of 5G. While most of the talk surrounds the disaggregation of network functions, the…
Why mobile network virtualization matters with 5G
Technology developments in the fields of hardware and software disaggregation, network function virtualization and containerization forge architectural changes across mobile networks. To fully reap the benefits of network virtualization, telecom operators must rethink sourcing models, deployment models, and organizational setups.
Confront challenges in 5G non-public networks
5G private networks will have more capabilities and broader appeal than LTE private networks. Planning, implementing, and maintaining a 5G private network has unique challenges for deployment and test.
5G drives faster optical transport links
Data rates reach 800 Gbps, which will carry traffic from many more users than networks see today.
Ericsson acquires Cradlepoint for $1.1 billion
Wireless giant gets close to the edge through routers and subscription services.
Open vRAN bridges small cells to macro cell-based 4G/5G networks
Small cells and macro cells differ in capabilities. Virtual radio access networks can compensate for those differences, bringing interoperability to the table.