Telecoms networks and broadband communications
Broadband communications and telecoms networks have been key enablers for the internet revolution and for organisations using the web to deliver new online services. Broadband is key to the UK's economic success and competiveness, and the roll out of superfast, fibre-based networks to deliver the next generation of services has become a political and technological issue, especially for rural networks on the wrong side of the digital divide. We analyse the implications and opportunities for IT managers as broadband adoption continues to grow.
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E-Zine
10 Feb 2023
CW EMEA: Kyiv is ready for anything
CIOs must be ready for the unexpected, but not many CIOs and IT teams face keeping a city’s vital IT running while fighting for their lives. In this issue of CW EMEA, Oleg Polovynko, CIO at Kyiv City Council, explains how the IT team in the Ukrainian capital has kept services running for its residents amid relentless bombing by Russian forces. We also look at how the Netherlands is planning to regulate AI to reduce bias, how highly accurate time protocols ensure fair trading in finance, and the use of technology in agriculture in Denmark. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
11 Nov 2021
CW Benelux: Dutch IT company rips up the HR rule book for better work-life balance
One Dutch tech firm has used learnings from the pandemic to rip up its HR rule book and implement an official work-from-home policy. In fact, Infolearn has gone further than hybrid working, with a personal mobility budget for staff and a four-day working week, all with retention of full-time salary. Also in this issue, read how Dutch education administrators appear to be underestimating the threat of cyber crime. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2023
Vodafone to axe 11,000 jobs in Europe after ‘not good enough’ financial year
Axe set to swing on Vodafone staff after fiscal year 2023 shows performance slowdown, with turnaround strategy to be based on customers, simplicity and growth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 May 2023
Virgin Media O2’s Shared Rural Network roll-out reaches 50th site
As part of its commitment to the £1bn programme designed to bring significant improvement to UK mobile coverage in non-metro areas, leading UK operator rolls out reliable 4G coverage across 50 rural sites in area covering almost 2,200km2 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 May 2023
APAC digital leaders score wins in innovation awards
The region’s top industry innovators were recognised for their digital transformation efforts at the Computer Weekly Innovation Awards APAC 2023 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
16 May 2023
CW Innovation Awards: Transdev Sydney Ferries taps 5G to improve public safety
Moving to a 5G network has significantly improved video quality and reduced the time needed to scour hours of footage, enabling the ferry operator to quickly investigate customer cases Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2023
frequency band
In telecommunications, a frequency band -- sometimes called a band -- refers to a specific range of frequencies in the electromagnetic frequency spectrum assigned to certain applications. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2023
ServiceNow looks to transform retail IoT and beyond with G2K acquisition
Digital workflow company to add AI-based smart IoT technology provider to its portfolio to enable businesses to use digital and in-store data with enterprise-grade business processes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 May 2023
Intelsat expands Hispasat partnership to boost in-flight connectivity
Global provider of broadband connectivity products and services for aviation inks deal with LATAM and European satellite operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 May 2023
DE-CIX teams with Connected Nation, Newby Ventures to close digital divide in US
Strategic partnership with non-profit organisations designed to enable operator of internet exchanges in smaller cities and rural areas to significantly improve regional online performance Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 May 2023
Consumers, operators and governments drive Fixed Wireless Access market
Analyst predicts rosy future ahead for Fixed Wireless Access as 5G flourishes on a global basis, becoming a major source of revenue for operators globally over the next seven years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
12 May 2023
operational support system (OSS)
An operational support system (OSS) is a set of programs that helps a communications service provider monitor, control, analyze and manage a telephone or computer network. Continue Reading
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12 May 2023
Cisco accelerates observability strategy with customer digital experience monitoring
Bi-directional integration between network giant’s AppDynamics solution and network intelligence provider aims to close network observability gaps with rapid actionable recommendations and insights Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2023
IT leaders missing vital connection between enterprise network and employee experience
Survey reveals that despite the rise of hybrid and remote working, and as digitisation demands increase, companies are struggling to connect their employees to the enterprise network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2023
BT unveils secure networking service for UK business customers
UK’s leading telco teams with US cyber security company to launch secure software-defined networking service for business customers available on a managed services basis Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2023
Solid Q2 sees Amdocs make acquisition, drive international partnerships
Communications software and services provider announces record second quarter revenues with high rate of successful project deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2023
Microsoft, Singtel debut Azure public MEC in Singapore
Azure public multi-access edge compute service will let enterprises deploy low-latency workloads and leverage public cloud services in edge locations Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
11 May 2023
Webex and Google drive improved collaboration capabilities
Collaboration arm of networking giant reveals enhanced relationship with IT behemoth centred on creating faster synergy offering seamless way to connect through meetings and messaging and to improve automotive meeting experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2023
ThinkWiFi launches first Kenyan commercial outdoor deployment of TIP OpenWiFi
Kenya’s largest ISP dedicated exclusively to rural and peri-urban markets teams with free, uncapped internet operator to provide disaggregated, open-source Wi-Fi network funded through digital advertising monetisation model Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2023
Aqua Comms unveils 400GE transatlantic service for Energy Sciences Network
Anticipating a flood of data beneath the waves, Dublin-based subsea connectivity provider provides London to New York infrastructure for high-performance network built to support scientific research Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2023
Telia taps Ericsson to switch on private 5G network
Ericsson and Telia launch the Baltic region’s first enterprise 5G private network in Estonia to enable smart factory transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 May 2023
UK full-fibre furthers pace of roll-out in first quarter of 2023
Quarterly assessment of UK fixed broadband industry shows full-fibre rolls across UK at a fast clip over the first three months of 2023, but local authorities in remote and rural areas still lack access to gigabit Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 May 2023
IT Priorities 2023: security dominates IoT investment plans
With increased devices and sensors collecting data, there is more rich information for businesses to use as analysis and in training – but security still tops wallet share, says report Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 May 2023
Reliable connectivity key to smooth business running for UK SMEs
Study from Sky Business shows that in today’s uncertain economic climate, UK SMEs are under pressure to cut costs while maintaining quality services, with the impact of energy prices cited as a major concern Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 May 2023
IT Priorities 2023: Distributed IT and hybrid work drive adoption of new networks
Research shows security continues to dominate networking needs, along with the need to support users wherever they are, with firms more than ready to invest in future of work initiatives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
05 May 2023
serial communications interface (SCI)
A serial communications interface (SCI) is a device that enables the serial exchange of data -- that is, one bit at a time -- between a microprocessor and peripherals, such as printers, external drives, scanners and mice. Continue Reading
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04 May 2023
Sateliot joins GSMA, inks standard roaming agreements
Global trade association for mobile comms industry welcomes provider of satellite-based 5G IoT services as an operator member, signing contracts for standard roaming with more than 100 operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2023
Vodafone enables ITN Coronation TV coverage with 5G network slice
Coronation broadcast first in UK to be enabled by a public 5G standalone network, with leading news provider using mobile network for swift and secure transfer of coverage from remote sites to newsroom Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2023
Maritime bandwidth capacity demand set to increase 20-fold by 2032
Research finds maritime connectivity market showing high-bandwidth prices adhered to expected downward trends as non-geostationary orbit constellations take to the sea to meet rising demand for satellite bandwidth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2023
Wi-Fi, existing network functions critical to successful private enterprise 5G
Research paper highlights the needs and use cases for Wi-Fi 6 and private 5G as a fundamental part of converged, access-agnostic connectivity portfolios rather than using parallel infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 May 2023
European space and comms firms eye up IRIS² constellation opportunity
After signing off on its Galileo and Copernicus constellations, EC tenders for supply of new secure and resilient connectivity infrastructure for European governments, businesses and citizens Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 May 2023
UK full-fibre boost as Openreach expands, Gigaclear claims rural altnet leadership
Operators at both ends of the corporate scale make notable advances in their respective roll-outs of gigabit connectivity in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 May 2023
Scottish residents and businesses in £75m 4G investment boost
First UK government-funded phone mast upgrade activated in Scottish borders to give major 4G mobile coverage boost to community Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 May 2023
Nokia claims first CE-certified 5G automated drone-in-a-box service
Comms tech giant declares first-mover status with CE-certified turnkey drone-in-a-box offering, designed to meet the needs of public safety agencies, smart cities, construction, energy and defence organisations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 May 2023
SES, Viasat hail successful satellite launches
European operator’s second-generation medium earth orbit system said to be just one launch away from providing global connectivity services backed by service level agreements Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
28 Apr 2023
fax
A fax -- short for 'facsimile' and sometimes called 'telecopying' -- is the telephonic transmission of scanned-in printed material, including text or images. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2023
M1 doubles down on maritime 5G
Seafarers will be able to access telemedicine services while out at sea, among other maritime 5G applications M1 is rolling out in Singapore’s waters Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Definition
24 Apr 2023
collision in networking
In a half-duplex Ethernet network, a collision is the result of two devices on the same Ethernet network attempting to transmit data at the same time. Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2023
Emergency alert test review confirmed after ‘small number’ of mobile users excluded
In wake of emergency alert test on 23 April, government confirms review into why some 4G and 5G mobile phones were excluded Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Definition
21 Apr 2023
baseband
Baseband in the transmission of communications signals means only one path is available to send and receive digital signals between devices. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2023
UK Emergency Alert Test sparks cyber fraud warning
Fraudsters and scammers are likely to use the upcoming test of the UK's new mobile Emergency Alert system as bait in their attacks, while misinformation and conspiracy theories spread Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Apr 2023
3CX incident may be world’s first double supply chain attack
It’s supply chain attacks all the way down as Mandiant publishes information suggesting that the 3CX software supply chain compromise was initiated via a prior software supply chain compromise Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Definition
20 Apr 2023
broadband
Broadband refers to telecommunications in which a wide band of frequencies is available to transmit information. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2023
Huawei: rethinking approaches to networks and computing is critical
Comms tech giant Huawei kicks off 20th Global Analyst Summit affirming commitment to connectivity, computing, storage and cloud and how strategic objectives of industry should drive digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Apr 2023
EE claims ‘monster’ 4G connectivity for further 1,500 UK rural communities
BT-owned mobile operator claims milestone under government’s Shared Rural Network programme and announces expansion of 4G network to 1,500 rural communities across UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Apr 2023
Halfords tools up for consistent experiences with AI-driven wired and wireless access
Motoring and cycling retailer reduces network-related trouble tickets and improves uptime in garages and stores after deploying artificial intelligence-driven network access Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Apr 2023
Volvo gets into gear with Qualcomm to drive connectivity for EX90 Excellence
Mobile chip and platform provider’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis deployed by car giant to enable highly connected driving experiences in EX90 and EX90 Excellence vehicles Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Apr 2023
Orange joins forces with industry, academia to build French quantum comms
Leading telco joins industry leaders, start-ups and academic players announce the official launch of a programme in charge of deploying Quantum secure communications networks in France. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Apr 2023
2022 becomes ‘graduation year’ as 5G reaches global tipping point
Seventh annual 5G progress report from provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions finds 47 of world’s 70 largest economies now have active 5G networks, with diverse and widespread interest in mmWave across the globe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Apr 2023
Enterprise networking sees age of SASE and network as a service
Report reveals complexity of third workspace has transformed how modern IT organisations view network and security, with 98% of IT executives planning to increase investment in cloud services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Apr 2023
Qualcomm unveils solutions to enable new industrial applications, scale IoT ecosystem
Chip giant’s latest IoT solutions designed to deliver superior performance, advanced connectivity and next-gen processing for a wide range of use cases for smart buildings, enterprises, retail and industrial automation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Apr 2023
Industry 4.0 usage matures across industrial campuses
Nokia and ABI Research announce results of study highlighting the progress and plans for enterprise infrastructure investments in several key sectors made over the past year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Apr 2023
Tech spending in India to grow by 9.6% in 2023
Digital initiatives in the public sector along with investments in telecoms and other areas are expected to spur technology spending in India this year Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
17 Apr 2023
RWTH Aachen looks for educational edge with private 5G
Global IT infrastructure and services company announces a live private 5G installation for a leading university in Germany to support and develop research, innovation and education Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Apr 2023
Zoom looks to bolster employee experience with Workvivo acquisition
Latest part of continued expansion of communication and engagement platform sees acquisition of employee experience company to offer hybrid workers new ways to stay connected Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Apr 2023
Cellcom, Parallel Wireless pilot independent 5G network in Israel
Leading Israeli cellular provider and Open RAN software platform launch what they claim is a unique, first-of-its-kind experiment to deploy a standalone fifth-generation network for autonomous 5G applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Apr 2023
Government launches Smart Data Council to lower utility bills
The council aims to find ways to use and encourage uptake of smart data to make it easier to switch utility providers and save money Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2023
Valoo taps Nokia to offer multi-gig fibre broadband in Finland
As part of its mission to make Finland an information society that meets international standards, digital service provider becomes global tech firm’s first comprehensive XGS-PON solution in home territory Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Apr 2023
Zayo expands connectivity with fastest direct network from Manchester to New York City
Future-ready network and tailored edge services provider adds to 16 fibre and route miles, marking additional transatlantic cable connection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Apr 2023
San Francisco Giants hits home run for Extreme Networks with Wi-Fi 6E first
Technology implementation at the home of renowned baseball team set to improve fan experience and create operational efficiencies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Apr 2023
Ciena makes Wave with purpose-built router for converged metro
Networking systems provider announces debut of what it calls industry-first platform architecture optimally designed for converged metro network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2023
Nokia expands industrial edge applications to accelerate Industry 4.0 transition
Four digital enablers designed to expand operational technology edge applications to connect, collect and analyse data from disparate sources – including video cameras – unlocking value Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2023
Webex brings cloud collaboration to US security and defence
Leading collaboration technology provider announces air-gapped trusted cloud for defence industry use case allowing teams to work together through modern meeting, chat and calling experiences on Webex app Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2023
ReadyLinks brings cloud-managed G.hn access networking knowledge to HomeGrid Forum
Industry alliance to promote globally recognised networking technology providing multi-gig access and in-building services for enterprise, industrial, smart grid and residential use cases welcomes cloud networking specialist to ranks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Apr 2023
Stemmer Distribution optimises communications infrastructure
Largest distributor of dental products in France standardises communications through UCaaS to help meet all its needs of reachability and mobility, while rationalising costs for the present and future Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
AMRC demos UK’s first, fully operational standalone 5G factory of the future
Centre for research into advanced manufacturing technologies used in the aerospace, automotive, medical and other high-value manufacturing sectors shows transformative effect of standalone 5G in £10m+ UK government-backed project Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
Far North Fiber plots route for pan-Arctic connectivity
Route study begins to define the fastest and most secure route for Submarine cable system directly connecting Japan, North America, and Ireland and Scandinavia through Arctic region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
UK government announces plans and investment to evolve future telecoms
As part of a national mission to connect all communities, government unveils an investment package worth almost £150m to put the UK at the forefront of future research and £40m to boost 5G tech take-up Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
NTT flies with SES for satellite-based enterprise edge and private 5G network
Global IT infrastructure and services company teams with satellite operator to combine expertise in networking, enterprise managed services and O3b mPOWER satellites to deliver reliable connectivity to enterprises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
Aetheros looks to add edge intelligence to US smart meter market
Scalable, open IoT operating system introduced to US market to unlock distributed intelligence at the edge Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
UK broadband industry to see huge increases in tariffs in April 2023
Days after regulator begins scheme to make service switching easier, majority of UK’s largest broadband providers announce double-digit price increases in April 2023 leading to calls that UK broadband is broken. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Apr 2023
Ericsson: flexibility the new work-life currency
Study from Ericsson’s Consumer & IndustryLab reveals how employees and employers navigate the current work environment and their views on the future of work shaped by the pandemic, digitisation and the fluctuating labour market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Apr 2023
Juniper checks in at CitizenM to boost hotel experiences with personalised engagement
Boutique hotel chain adopts network tech provider’s AI-driven wireless access and firewalls to streamline IT operations and provide enhanced services to guests Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Apr 2023
UK emergency services overcharged by £200m a year for comms network
Tech provider to appeal withering criticism by UK competition watchdog of vast overcharging in emergency services communications network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Apr 2023
Disconnect emerges between UK management and employees on hybrid work
Study from leading business software company finds that while overwhelming majority of IT leaders say they are investing in improving the hybrid experience for their organisation, only half of workers think it’s enough and feel their productivity has suffered Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Apr 2023
Careful regard needed to identify and prioritise 5G mmWave use cases
While 24-100 GHz band of 5G comms increasingly used for indoor/outdoor congested network hot zones, fixed wireless access and indoor enterprise, analyst cautions that deployment of 5G mmWave technology poses challenges beyond physical characteristics Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
05 Apr 2023
The new shape of design in the age of Industry 4.0
The modern manufacturing process has evolved over the last decades to the point where there are many interconnected disciplines taking place, often at the same time. With the advent of advanced comms technologies, interconnections are taking on a whole new paradigm for engineering. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Apr 2023
Virgin Orbit hits ground after filing for redundancy
Days after announcing it was to cut 85% of its 750-strong workforce, responsive satellite launch provider files for bankruptcy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Apr 2023
Failure to enforce faster broadband switching deadline could see £1.85bn loss
Uswitch study highlights biggest barriers to switching broadband providers and warns delay in One Touch Switch deadline could mean UK broadband customers miss out of upwards of £1.85bn in savings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
03 Apr 2023
ACK (acknowledgement)
In some digital communication protocols, ACK -- short for 'acknowledgement' -- refers to a signal that a device sends to indicate that data has been received successfully. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2023
Cisco looks to ‘supercharge’ the internet for the future with improved networking economics
Looking to support the rise of IoT, AI and ML, 28.8T 800G line card is said to be up to six times more space-efficient compared with current offerings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2023
Parliamentary committee maintains criticism of UK space comms strategy
Even as satellite broadband industry rockets, report from Commons Science and Technology Committee criticises continued failures in key technical areas Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2023
Connected drivers gain most from V2X with prior knowledge of capabilities
Study reveals attitudes towards common traffic issues and complications, and a number of potential benefits of vehicle-to-everything technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2023
HP looks to lead with hybrid work collaboration and productivity portfolio
Tech giant bids to address growing issue in world of hybrid work where many workers are reluctant to return to the office because of sub-optimal technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2023
Colt expands Equinix on-demand partnership in Singapore, Hong Kong
Digital infrastructure companies expand longstanding on-demand partnership in key Asian territories with software-driven connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Mar 2023
Ogi sees capital full-fibre opportunity with Cardiff gigabit offer
In what could represent a multimillion-pound bandwidth boost to Cardiff’s business offering, Welsh altnet reveals plans to bring bespoke full-fibre gigabit network to the city Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2023
Broadband services to drive Australia and India fixed communications
Research finds vast geographies no limitation to seeing growth in fixed broadband markets, with particular strength in fibre-to-the-home and business roll-outs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Mar 2023
Personal quality of experience metrics required to ensure 6G profitability
Study says development path for sixth-generation mobile technology services can offer opportunity to embrace a more comprehensive, user-centric service delivery path with direct focus on quality of experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Mar 2023
Faroese Telecom, Ericsson set European 5G mmWave downlink speed record
Telco serving self-governing North Atlantic Ocean archipelago reveals details of 5G mmWave text aggregating 800MHz of 5G mmWave spectrum in n258 and 40 MHz of 4G FDD spectrum to achieve downlink speed of 5.9Gbps and upload speed of 1.6Gbps Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2023
Cisco enhances hybrid work with AI Webex innovations
Comms tech giant makes AI-powered enhancements to collaboration offering, encompassing devices and customer experience to deliver more personalised and inclusive experiences with camera intelligence Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2023
Kore looks to build first IoT hyperscaler status with Twilio IoT acquisition
Global provider in IoT connectivity-as-a-service acquires customer engagement platform firm’s IoT business unit Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2023
Zoom announces AI-based collaboration smart companion
Conferencing and communications company uses OpenAI technologies to offer what it claims will be a unique federated approach to artificial intelligence based on flexibility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Mar 2023
Tata unveils integrated, simplified cloud-based calling service for global enterprises
Global digital ecosystem enabler launches cloud-based application with an integrated and simplified voice-calling offering to enhance employee experience and productivity with accessible collaboration features Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Mar 2023
Brent hails open access era for West London telecoms
Leading telecoms infrastructure provider announces long-term agreement with London council as part of bid to ensure improvements in mobile coverage and capacity across the borough Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2023
5G Americas: Mid-band spectrum essential for 5G capacity and coverage
Study reveals how improving access to dedicated, licensed mid-band spectrum for US mobile network operators is the key to seeing further gains for growing 5G industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2023
Hidden opportunity emerges from low-loss materials for 5G
Study reveals major application areas driving the growth of low-loss materials market for 5G and 6G in CPEs, forecasting future revenue and area demand for low-loss materials for 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2023
Canarie chooses Nokia for sole IP router provider for research network backbone
Deployment of Nokia’s router aims to deliver unmatched performance and reliability in ultra high-capacity backbone network for Canadian research in climate science, clean energy, medicine and cyber security Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2023
5G drives connected car surge
Study predicts total number of car connections will soar from 279 million in 2022 to 829 million in 2030 as 5G connectivity adds more value because of additional applications it will enable, especially under the banner of C-V2X Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Mar 2023
5G to account for 35% of overall fixed wireless subscriptions by 2027
Study predicts advanced wireless connectivity will provide a competitive alternative to robust wired broadband and, driven by increased throughput, 5G will account for more than a third of such broadband connections Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Mar 2023
UK remote workers held back by poor tech, limited digital skills
Despite rapid adoption of hybrid working since Covid, research from Virgin Media O2 Business reveals organisations facing technical and personnel-related limitations in making third workspace pay off Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2023
Goggo Network and Oxbotica team to bring autonomous deliveries to Europe
Autonomous vehicles logistics firm to introduce autonomous vehicle software developer’s operating system in its fleet of on-road autonomous electric vehicles across Europe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2023
Anheuser-Busch InBev brews digital infrastructure with Orange
Global brewing giant partners with business services division of global telco company to help with digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly