Network hardware
Network hardware products such as routers, switches, hubs, appliances and gateways form the vital infrastructure for successful enterprise IT. We look at the latest trends in technologies in building LANs, WANS and Ethernet networking.
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News
05 Feb 2025
StarHub upgrades fibre broadband network to deliver 10Gbps services
First deployment of StarHub’s 10Gbps XGS-PON technology across city-state to offer enhanced services as part of Digital Connectivity Blueprint to improve citizen well-being via next-generation digital infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2025
DE-CIX upgrades New York’s largest internet exchange backbone
DE-CIX upgrades one of the US’s largest internet exchange backbones as staying resilient and offering scale become priorities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jun 2021
Trial of UK’s first mobile vehicle-to-everything road safety system goes live
Almost out of the garage at the same time as the real-life road run of an autonomous shuttle bus in Oxford, cities in the West Midlands are opening their roads for the national debut of vehicle-to-everything mobile technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Jun 2021
Vodafone, CityFibre extend partnership to include Ethernet services
Partnership that has gained rapid traction on the home front is taken to the business environment, offering organisations more choice, lower cost and a faster private data network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Jun 2021
Businesses hail new Openreach rural full-fibre focus
BT broadband provision division announces next step in gigabit broadband deployment programme to offer levelled-up connectivity for premises in hardest-to-reach parts of the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 May 2021
Giganet expands South of England service area through CityFibre
Leading ISP expands partnership with leading infrastructure provider to add 22 locations for its full-fibre home broadband services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Proximus claims world’s fastest live fibre network with Nokia PON
Accelerating build out of Belgium’s leading high capacity, open fibre network, operator taps comms tech provider to make first ever 25G PON live deployment running on the same fibre network equipment currently used Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Openreach taps Ciena to boost connectivity services for UK carriers
To hasten full-fibre network build out and help meet growing customer demand, BT-owned broadband provision division deploys new routing, switching and optical solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Nokia, Microsoft team to offer public cloud AI use-case library for telcos
Nokia’s AVA AI use-case library now delivered as a service on Azure public cloud, claiming to combine telco-grade security and instant web scale architecture scalability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 May 2021
Yeo Valley milks business benefits with full-fibre broadband
Truespeed converts farm and dairy business from ADSL to gigabit network to transform its business capability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 May 2021
BSO draws on Arc to deliver on-demand connectivity in Middle East
Joint venture will interconnect companies’ network footprints in the Middle East, connecting digital hubs and providing inter-regional connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 May 2021
Hard Rock Hotel checks in Extreme Wi-Fi 6 to enhance guest experience
Advanced cloud-managed Wi-Fi enables secure, reliable connectivity and simplified network management throughout historic site of renowned global hotel chain Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
Work begins on CityFibre gigabit network for Middlesbrough
In second deployment in two days to a mid-sized conurbation, former altnet switches attention from north-west to north-east to “future-proof” digital foundations of Teesside hub Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 May 2021
Zzoomm brings full-fibre broadband service to Cannock
Work starts to provide broadband speeds claimed to be up to 33 times faster than major broadband providers to more than 37,000 homes and businesses in Staffordshire town Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 May 2021
Google Cloud gets into orbit with SpaceX for data, cloud services
Elon Musk’s low Earth orbit satellite constellation to locate ground stations in IT giant’s data centre properties, providing businesses with access to leading cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 May 2021
Employers rethinking office space, collaboration and technology in new hybrid workplace
As the pandemic eases, many business leaders are engaged with effectively offering remote working flexibility and are creating and communicating plans to their employees, setting expectations and guidelines moving forward Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 May 2021
Fibre roll-outs gather pace in Europe
Number of homes and businesses reached by fibre grows rapidly in 39 leading European territories, with FTTH/B coverage in Europe surpassing more than half the total number of homes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2021
Cisco indicates intent to buy Socio Labs, Sedona Systems
Network giant aims to purchase developer of technology to deliver automation for routed optical networking, and modern event technology platform provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2021
Openreach extends analogue switch-off to further 700,000 homes and businesses
UK broadband provider ramps up the pace of its plan to stop selling copper-based broadband and traditional voice services across the UK by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2021
5PRING, West Midlands local authorities announce smart cities challenge
5G accelerator issues challenge to innovators in health, social and public services to help lead the 5G revolution with local authorities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
11 May 2021
Hybrid network vs. hybrid network infrastructure
Hybrid networks and hybrid network infrastructure blend different kinds of equipment, geographic locations, network ownership and technology disciplines. Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2021
Toob teams with Neos Networks to facilitate full-fibre
Broadband provider and connectivity firm will utilise growing UK fibre network to deliver reliable broadband services addressing the needs of consumers in Hampshire and Surrey Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 May 2021
WBA OpenRoaming enabled in forthcoming Telecom Infra Project OpenWiFi standard
Open technology initiative adopts OpenRoaming Wi-Fi roaming standard to facilitate what is claimed to be seamless roaming connectivity using the wireless network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 May 2021
Community Fibre, City Fibre ramp up UK gigabit roll-out
Altnets further expand the reach of UK gigabit broadband networks with deployments in London and Ipswich Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2021
BT aims to extend UK fibre affordability with Home Essentials package
The debate regarding access to gigabit broadband in the UK has to date been centred around geography, in particular providing access to places regarded as hard to reach, but UK telco BT believes there is also a financial barrier – one it aims to surmount with a new fibre package Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Apr 2021
Eutelsat takes stake in OneWeb satellite service
French satellite operator looks for growth beyond traditional broadcast and broadband applications, and becomes shareholder partner in UK government/Bharti Global LEO project Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Apr 2021
UK full-fibre broadband could deliver £25bn boost to productivity
Study from Centre for Economics and Business predicts that ultrafast fibre-to-the-premises broadband could bring one million people back into the workforce through remote working Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Apr 2021
Triangle shapes up to expand gigabit broadband services
Full fibre finds further momentum in UK with with new consumer ISP brand Fibrehop to offer gigabit services to locations including Cheltenham, Gloucester, Weston-Super-Mare, Bath, Swindon, Leicester and Plymouth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
22 Apr 2021
How satellite connectivity can combat the digital divide
Research shows satellite connectivity is now a credible alternative for demanding customers, and there are various actions that operators can take to help combat the digital divide Continue Reading
By- Praveen Shankar, EY UK & Ireland
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News
21 Apr 2021
Neos Networks launches business-grade Ethernet FTTx service across UK
Former SSE Enterprise Telecoms aims to provide a cost-effective, sub-1Gbps solution to support growing demand for full-fibre connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Apr 2021
Virgin Media innovation trials deliver 2.2Gbps broadband speeds
Latest stage in cableco’s trials of multi-gigabit broadband speeds in Southampton and Manchester deliver speeds around 40 times faster than the local average connection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Apr 2021
Specific and targeted interventions necessary to ensure UK mobile tech diversification
UK comms tech industry report highlights that successful diversification will require specific and targeted interventions to stimulate the supply market, de-risk the integration of new suppliers into operator networks and lay the foundations for long-term market growth and increased competition Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Apr 2021
CityFibre switches on Milton Keynes to gigabit and names Edinburgh infrastructure lead
Gigabit provider City Fibre says it is enabling thousands more residents in Milton Keynes to access its full-fibre network and high-speed broadband services, and names Paul Wakefield as lead of infrastructure build in Edinburgh Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Apr 2021
Openreach selects STL as a strategic partner for full-fibre build-out
BT-owned broadband provision division teams with digital network integrator to hasten full-fibre network build and provide skills and innovation to extend reach and scope Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Apr 2021
Singtel debuts portable 5G technology kit
Singapore telco develops 5G technology kit that includes all the equipment needed for enterprises to test 5G applications in their own premises Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
14 Apr 2021
UK employees’ adaptation to Covid workplace creates digital transformation dilemma
Research finds nearly two-fifths of UK employees fear the ‘old way’ of doing things will return after the pandemic Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2021
UK workforce finds happiness in ability to work from anywhere
Study finds 44% of UK workers consider the ability to work remotely as a driver of happiness and 61% would support government policies aimed at the widespread adoption of ‘hybrid’ working practices Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2021
Huawei steers towards intelligent vehicles in major corporate pivot
Leading global communications technology provider undergoes major strategic corporate shift to maximise its software capabilities and provide components for intelligent vehicles Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Apr 2021
5PRING, Ferrovial challenge UK 5G innovators to lead UK construction ‘revolution’
Leading UK 5G testbed provider announces partnership with global infrastructure operator to understand and assist in the development of the potential 5G has to take construction to a new level Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Apr 2021
Fujitsu, Trend Micro team to secure private 5G
Security and IT leaders Fujitsu and Trend Micro announce streamlined security product for IoT devices and networks to help accelerate manufacturing digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Apr 2021
Nokia announces next evolution of 5G microwave transport portfolio
Just as it announced a project with Intel to develop processors with improved speeds and throughput, the comms tech provider has turned its attention to transport solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Apr 2021
Clearer service information could add 1.6 million full-fibre homes by 2025
Report finds that the speed at which Britain could benefit from the economic and social impact of billions of pounds of full-fibre infrastructure investment could be improved by clear labelling and information on broadband services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Mar 2021
Cisco launches next-gen networking suite to address post-pandemic ‘new normal’
Networking technology and services giant makes significant expansion of network line as it recognises that as workforces become increasingly hybrid, traditional network and security frameworks can no longer keep pace Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Mar 2021
Colt runs further with IBM to accelerate adoption of edge computing
SDN and NFV-based connectivity provider selects cloud satellite technology to drive innovation and more flexibility for customers around deploying hybrid cloud applications at the edge and enabling distributed cloud Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Mar 2021
Alstom global network gets on track with BT for digital future
New software-defined managed network from UK’s incumbent telco deployed by smart mobility technology provider to optimise connectivity to cloud at manufacturing plants, offices, depots and datacentres Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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26 Mar 2021
Nokia, Key Bridge Wireless forge partnership to deliver enterprise CBRS
Comms tech provider and automated frequency coordination and spectrum administration solutions firm team to introduce integrated citizens broadband radio service offering for comms service providers, multiple-system operators and enterprise private wireless networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2021
Openreach defies Covid to hit full-fibre target
BT-owned broadband provision division includes more than 170 city locations in multi-billion-pound gigabit broadband build including cities of Birmingham, Belfast, London and Manchester Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2021
Sky enters business broadband arena with Sky Connect
Broadband provider launches scheme to give UK’s small businesses a better broadband experience, creating 1,000 jobs in the process Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Mar 2021
Benu has the edge with cloud-native integrated SASE and 5G AGF
New broadband network gateway said to offer industry’s only carrier-first secure access service edge architecture as market scales to billions of devices, users and services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Mar 2021
Big four make small impression in Which? UK broadband survey
As remote working became the default during the UK lockdown, the importance of dependable and enterprise-acceptable home broadband was never more crucial, but Which? shows that the country’s largest providers have proved a let-down regarding connection reliability, internet speeds and value for money Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Mar 2021
Altnet association warns of threat to UK full-fibre roll-out
Independent Networks Co-operative Association warns that recent momentum in gigabit broadband implementation could be delayed if independent providers and their investors believe UK comms regulator is not willing to listen to their concerns Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Mar 2021
Nokia inks AT&T C-band deal and sets out plan to surf the 5G long wave
Leading comms tech provider outlines plans to speed up transformation to improve profitability, taking advantage of long wave of 5G contracts such as that from leading US operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Mar 2021
UK online traffic soars during year in lockdown
Research from leading UK ISP reveals online usage in the UK has increased by 78% year-on-year since the first lockdown Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Mar 2021
UK government aims to get national broadband project back on track with Project Gigabit
First areas revealed in £5bn government scheme to deliver gigabit broadband connections to help recovery from the pandemic, achieve growth and levelling up Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Mar 2021
Ofcom revamps wholesale broadband rules to ramp up full-fibre roll-out
UK comms regulator announces new guidelines for the UK wholesale telecoms market, with the principal aim to drive investment in fibre gigabit services and support the closure of the UK’s copper network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Mar 2021
Viavi expands fibre network test and measurement portfolio
Fibre optic testing and measurement portfolio designed to address businesses’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Mar 2021
Legacy tech integration issues impede telcos’ digitisation ambitions
Research finds a worryingly large number of operators indicating that when it comes to digital transformation, integration with legacy technology is their largest gating factor, followed closely by data security concerns Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Mar 2021
5G economy to spur huge GDP, job growth across the US
BCG study estimates large contribution to employment and GDP over the next decade, through the roll-out of next-generation mobile infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Mar 2021
Cinia cuts Ribbon deal for transport network upgrade
Real-time communications software and network solutions firm sees OTN platforms deployed in upgrade of backbone transport network in Finland and Northern Europe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Mar 2021
Cheltenham races as CityFibre extends gigabit fibre to more than 200 additional UK locations
Former UK altnet announces new build and extensions to existing projects that will see it supply full-fibre infrastructure to nearly a third of the UK market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Mar 2021
UK government confirms financial support for Shared Rural Network programme
UK government ponies up its share of £1bn infrastructure project, designed to reduce partial not-spots in UK locations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Mar 2021
Nokia, LG Uplus trial 5G business-to-business platform in Korea
Test of 5G solution designed to go beyond traditional network connectivity and deliver enhanced service quality and creation of new B2B services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Mar 2021
Community Fibre scales up gigabit offerings for London businesses
ISP pivots from home to business to provide new features tailored to SMEs’ needs and hires new head of business and wholesale to assist post-lockdown working environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Mar 2021
CityFibre extends full-fibre network to Peterborough
Former leading altnet to put a further £1.5m into its high-speed broadband connectivity project Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Mar 2021
AT&T adds managed SASE to portfolio
Comms and IT provider AT&T teams with security specialist Fortinet to offer network solution based on SASE principles to support distributed workforces and solve associated challenges Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Mar 2021
Cibicom taps Nokia to supply mission-critical LTE network across Denmark
Finnish comms provider inks deal with Danish operator to roll out new 450 MHz LTE infrastructure for mass volume IoT and mission critical data coverage Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Mar 2021
CityFibre embarks on £34m Thames Valley full-fibre project
UK’s third-largest broadband provider announces plans to light up fibre in key area of southern England, addressing the current and future digital needs of residents and businesses in the region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Mar 2021
UK government offers ‘inadequate’ response to broadband concerns
DCMS Committee takes government to task for the second time in two months for lack of response in how it will ensure communications strategy is realised Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2021
Connectivity the ‘unsung hero’ of the future of work
Research finds that by stripping away bureaucracy, flattening hierarchies and streamlining processes, the response to Covid-19 has given an indication as to how work could and should change for the better, but there will be losers along with the winners Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Mar 2021
Vodafone promises ‘unbreakable’ broadband without breaking the bank
New hybrid Pro Broadband product aims to deliver Wi-Fi in every room through hybrid router that is claimed to deliver uninterrupted wireless connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Mar 2021
UK network users burn through unprecedented data in lockdown 3
Coinciding with the launch of Call of Duty: Warzone update, Virgin Media records its busiest day on record, with the average user downloading more than 20GB of data Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Mar 2021
AI, fibre investment sees Comcast ride out massive wave of network traffic in 2020
Smart hardware and software technologies allow national US network provider to manage unprecedented traffic driven by major growth in online video and gaming Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
03 Mar 2021
Being the brand: Virgin takes SD-WAN to the next level
Companies are increasingly turning to software-defined wide-area networks to address the needs of remote workforces Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Mar 2021
Openreach taps VIAVI to ensure network quality for UK full-fibre build-out
Openreach opts for optical network monitoring system to address network quality, including validating new construction, performing pre-activation checks and monitoring ongoing services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Mar 2021
UK government pumps £4.5m into central Scotland gigabit connectivity plan
Key Scottish population belt identified as the first territory for investment as part of UK government’s £5bn investment in next-generation broadband Continue Reading
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01 Mar 2021
First Newcastle residents gain CityFibre gigabit access
UK’s third national digital infrastructure platform provider claims Tyneside digital revolution is gathering pace as the first homes are connected to next-generation full-fibre network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2021
Community Fibre claims progress in London gigabit roll-out
ISP doubles the number of London homes enabled with its full-fibre broadband to more than 200,000 and increases its customer base by 130% in a year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Feb 2021
UK 5G offers faster speeds, but availability issues persist
Research shows UK 5G speeds have increased since initial deployments and are likely to increase further, with London a particular bright spot, but availability remains an issue Continue Reading
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News
24 Feb 2021
Demand for telcos to prioritise efficiency and sustainability in 5G nets
Research reveals that embracing best practices and partnering with customers to amplify efficiency will be key for operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2021
Australia’s Macquarie Telecom debuts SD-LAN service
The software-defined local area networking service will make it easier for enterprises to manage Wi-Fi networks and regulate the density of people at a given location Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
22 Feb 2021
Ericsson accelerates 5G mid-band roll-outs with mMIMO, RAN Compute lines
Swedish comms tech provider expands MIMO portfolio and radio access network solutions to enhance network performance with what it claims is optimised energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint with new mid-band products, including 20kg flagship 64T Massive radio product Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2021
5G network densification and mMIMO to drive mobile net spend to US$191bn by 2026
Finding MIMO pivotal to driving massive uptake in cellular infrastructure expenditure over the next five years Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2021
Oracle unveils final cog in cloud strategy
Oracle’s Roving Edge Infrastructure is getting interest from mining companies in Australia and manufacturers in ASEAN that are looking to run cloud-based workloads in edge locations Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
18 Feb 2021
More than two-thirds of firms would invest in dedicated remote working connectivity
Firms are faced with supporting more remote working for their businesses going forward, and a survey has shed light on what form this support will take and what firms believe they will need in the ‘new normal’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Feb 2021
CSPs overlook SMEs as major source of 5G revenue
Study finds communications service providers are failing to recognise the vast potential of the SME arena as a major source of B2B revenue, especially on 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
Altran, Qualcomm collaborate for 5G NR small cell software
Altran and Qualcomm join forces to expedite development of high-speed, low-latency private and public 5G small cells Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
BT fibres up UK Covid-19 vaccination centres
As NHS announces that 15 million people have received first dose of Covid-19 vaccine across UK, BT reveals its role in helping health service to achieve milestone by connecting more than 100 vaccination centres to high-speed connectivity and Wi-Fi Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
Sun shines on first private cellular campus smart manufacturing network in Greece
Supporting the digital transformation of Greek enterprises, comms tech provider implements connectivity system based on the deployment of a private cellular campus network at solar thermal products provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Feb 2021
Nokia furthers Open RAN push with CPQD partnership
Collaboration between Nokia and CPQD set to explore Open RAN-compliant RIC platform to develop 5G use cases such as fixed wireless access smart cities and Industry 4.0 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
Truespeed and CityFibre accelerate UK fibre roll-out
More fuel to fibre roll-out across the UK, with leading west of England ISP Truespeed propelling Bath into the gigabit era, while third national broadband provider CityFibre heads to Inverness with its gigabit net Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
Vodafone UK adds Digitalk to MVNO portfolio
UK telco taps global mobile virtual network enabler service provider, offering cloud-based real-time communications platforms, to assist in on-boarding partners to virtual network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2021
BT claims £24bn value as it enables new customer experience for Walgreens Boots
As it announces role in delivering transformation for pharmacy chain, BT reveals data showing that it employs one in every 12 people in UK’s IT and communications sector Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2021
CityFibre lights up Yorkshire cities with gigabit connectivity
Former altnet turned UK’s third national digital infrastructure platform provider announces plan to transform two of the White Rose county’s largest conurbations into digitally connected cities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2021
European cities hit key smart technology milestone with €250m investment
London, Lisbon, Milan, Bordeaux, Burgas and Warsaw trigger investment in smart technologies as part of Sharing Cities programme Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2021
Deutsche Telekom taps Nokia for optical transport network modernisation
Global operator signs deal to deploy optical transport portfolio to deliver more automated, higher-capacity network to meet growing demands of residential and Industry 4.0 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Feb 2021
CE consortium calls on comms regulator to ignore pleas to delay 6GHz certification
As users’ reliance on wireless devices increases, the US Consumer Technology Association warns FCC to ignore lobbying to pause progress of Wi-Fi 6E equipment certification Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Feb 2021
BT counts cost of Covid-19 in third quarter
Fibre and 5G roll-outs continue apace, but trading update reveals trying times for UK incumbent telco, with falling revenues and profits Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2021
Ericsson: Dematerialisation is the path to profitability
Comms tech provider’s research finds so-called dematerialised enterprises expect to take advantage of cloud and mobile technology to become more productive and sustainable by 2030 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2021
Broadband speed boost sees UK home values jump by £3,500
UK government survey quantifies added value of access to superfast broadband, which is now said to have pushed broadband speeds up a gear for 5.5 million homes across the country, creating £2.7bn of economic benefits including 17,600 jobs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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03 Feb 2021
EE, BT team to ‘redefine’ home broadband with BT Halo 3+
Comms provider and mobile division announce new hybrid connect device, claiming to combine full-fibre home broadband, Wi-Fi and UK’s fastest mobile network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Feb 2021
Poly pivots product line to remote working
Latest Poly P Series offers pro-grade webcams, video bars, speakerphones and an all-in-one video conferencing monitor, with remote management and software services to address new normal Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Feb 2021
Latency higher priority than speed as IT leaders look to gain edge
Business leaders believe success depends on low latency, namely 10ms or less to ensure the success of their applications, with three-quarters requiring 5ms or less for edge initiatives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly