As mobile network operators and carriers transition into Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology, they are faced with the challenge of marrying a successful, running network with increased capacity demands. They …
Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
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Reader Forum: Next-generation service provider security – dynamic multi-layered defense
by Dan Meyerby Dan MeyerThe concept of service provider security is undergoing a significant shift due to changes in several key areas: business, technology and the profile of the attacker.
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Swimming in a sea of SDN, NFV, PCC, PCRF, PCEF, EPC, DPI virtual alphabet soup? You are not alone. RCR Wireless News attempts to make sense of it all as …
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Feature Report: Policy control and charging: waiting to be virtualized
by Jarad Matulaby Jarad MatulaTelecom Software Series: Policy Control and Charging – Waiting to be Virtualized Editorial Feature Report Swimming in a sea of SDN, NFV, PCC, PCRF, PCEF, EPC, DPI virtual alphabet soup? You …
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Test and Measurement: Agilent launches 4×4 MIMO uplink signal generation
by Kelly Hillby Kelly HillThe ability to test network and device features and functions is an important piece of technology development and deployment. RCR Wireless looks weekly at the test and measurement space to …
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Alcatel-Lucent (ALU) and China Mobile have announced a one-year agreement valued at up to $1.03 billion (750 million Euros) to move the world’s largest mobile operator to an all-IP, “ultra-broadband” …
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Virtualization is only the first step towards introducing network functions virtualization into a service provider’s network. More critical will be the “operationalization” of NFV that will make it successful.
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MWC 2014: Cisco touts test results of virtualization platform; Amdocs looks to manage big data
by Dan Meyerby Dan Meyer–Cisco looked to put a cap on the rush towards virtualization at this week’s Mobile World Congress event with the launch of its Quantum Virtualized Packet Core software solution from …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reality Check column where C-level executives and advisory firms from across the mobile industry share unique insights and experiences. As LTE roaming quickly becomes …
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While the focus is on virtualization, the reality is that software has become an important component of next-generation wireless networks. Dozens of software announcements targeting software-defined networks and network functions …
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Software is expected to be big news at this year’s Mobile World Congress event as the wireless industry looks to glean greater efficiency from mobile networks. Leading up to the …
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Top stories: Alcatel-Lucent virtualizes EPC, IMS and RAN Alcatel-Lucent today announced its portfolio of virtualized mobile network functions including the … Read More Softbank sells distribution unit to Brightstar The …
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Setting itself up to garner leadership in network function virtualization for telecom, Alcatel-Lucent today announced its portfolio of virtualized mobile network functions including the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), IP Multimedia …
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The rise of virtualization across the wireless telecommunications space is becoming a growing trend as operators look to trim the cost of operating next-generation networks. Looking to feed that desire, …
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Alcatel-Lucent scored a win with the announcement that China Mobile has selected its Evolved Packet Core portfolio to support its roll-out of LTE. China Mobile awarded more than $3 billion …
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Tektronix Communications says its new Spectra2 XL3 test solution can test more than 400,000 simultaneous, bi-directional G.711 IP-based calls while taking up only a single, two-unit rack space. The company …
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MetroPCS has again tapped infrastructure giant Ericsson to bolster its network operations, announcing a deal for Ericsson to supply equipment and services to enhance its evolved packet core network. MetroPCS …
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Reuters | April 18, 2011 | Joseph Radford (Reuters) – Troubled Tokyo Electric Power Co. (9501.T) said on Monday it is mulling the sale of stock holdings and real estate, but …
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Reuters | April 18, 2011 | Joseph Radford (Reuters) – Troubled Tokyo Electric Power Co. (9501.T) said on Monday it is mulling the sale of stock holdings and real estate, but …
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Reality Check: The outperforming core is crucial for successful EPC deployment
by jscarboby jscarboEditor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reality Check column. We’ve gathered a group of visionaries and veterans in the mobile industry to give their insights into the marketplace.In my last …
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to our weekly Reality Check column. We’ve gathered a group of visionaries and veterans in the mobile industry to give their insights into the marketplace.In the mobile …