BROWSING: legacy infrastructure

GSA report expects global 2G/3G network shutdowns to peak in 2025 With operators globally seeking to shut down legacy network technology and repurpose 2G and 3G spectrum for 4G and 5G, the Global mobile Suppliers Association (GSA) has been tracking the progress and plans for...

Carrier networks need increased flexibility as they juggle 5G with legacy technologies This year, carriers across the globe will be considering how they can cost-effectively roll out new 5G networks, whilst reducing complexity in their legacy 2G/3G/4G infrastructure. In developing markets, carriers face the challenge of...

Microsoft acquires Avere Systems Microsoft recently announced it has agreed to purchase data storage startup Avere Systems for an undisclosed amount. The move could help Microsoft’s Azure bolster revenue by targeting customers who want to take advantage of the cloud but are not ready to...

Oracle releases survey noting main issues facing service providers and potential solutions Oracle recently conducted a new global survey titled “The Communications Cloud: CSPs Take on Tomorrow,” polling the top challenges facing customer service providers (CPS) and how they might be overcome. The survey found...

Riverbed releases results of its Riverbed Future of Network Global Survey Riverbed Technology recently unveiled the results of the Riverbed Future of Network Global Survey 2017, revealing a near unanimous agreement among IT professionals that legacy infrastructures are hindering cloud and digital strategies. The survey,...