Networking and communication

5G-Advanced not yet ready for enterprise opportunities

Report highlights why 5G-Advanced has not yet realised potential in unlocking use cases which unlock new business opportunities, more efficient networks, and the integration of AI and machine learning Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange France broadband gains higher orbit with satellite offer

Leading operator unveils ‘superfast’ broadband offer available throughout France and for everyone through partnership with satellite company Eutelsat and essential equipment firm Nordnet Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Lockheed Martin readies 5G satellite comms for take-off

Global aerospace firm completes demo of ‘first regenerative non-terrestrial network 5G satellite base station’ set for launch in orbit in 2024 in self-funded mission to prove capability to connect the globe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How to build a private 5G network architecture

A private 5G network could provide organizations with greater control over their wireless environments. But cost and complexity could be critical deterrents. Continue Reading

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• Lee Badman

Swisscom migrates to high-capacity optical transport network

Leading European operator taps comms tech provider to support new optical network supports client services from 1G to 400G offering scale, resiliency, and performance at reduced total cost of ownership. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CPRI (Common Public Radio Interface)

CPRI (Common Public Radio Interface) is a specification for wireless communication networks that defines the key criteria for interfacing transport, connectivity and control communications between baseband units (BBUs) and remote radio units (RRUs), which are also called remote radio heads (RRHs). Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor

UK companies secure contract to trial sky-based 5G infrastructure

Aircraft manufacturer, communications firm and cooling systems company join forces to broaden and transform access to high-speed 5G communications through fleet of zero-emission turbo prop aircraft Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson RAN unveils transport automaton network controller

Comms tech provider’s transport network performance enhanced with AI-powered service, pinpointing degradations and capacity utilisation issues and providing insights on how to optimise overall network performance Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Russian cyber criminal pleads guilty to running IPStorm botnet

Sergey Manikin faces years in jail after his illicit proxy botnet service was taken down by US law enforcement Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

FarrPoint expands broadband to US with Vernonburg

In response to what it called unprecedented opportunities for broadband programme roll-outs in the US, connectivity specialist joins forces with Boston firm to provide one-stop shop for broadband planning and deployment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

US government reinforces ICBC hack link to Citrix Bleed

US Treasury adds weight to reports that a ransomware gang gained access to the systems of Chinese bank ICBC by exploiting a critical Citrix flaw Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Revs, profits fall but Vodafone claims H1 highlights improved trends

After poor fiscal 2023, pan-European and African telecoms company sees bounce back in first half of FY 2024, with focus on customers and simplifying business said to be beginning to bear fruit Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Satellite firm neXat looks to enhance critical communications with SD-WAN

Business connectivity provider looks to improve communications in key vertical through software-defined wide area network integrating configuration, monitoring and control into a single user platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

4Tbps milestone as TikTok joins NAPAfrica

African internet exchange celebrates new high in network throughput as it welcomes into African peering community social network giant that is increasingly engaging with the world of enterprise and marketing Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Itential, Kentik add integrated network observability to NetOps workflows

Network and cloud automation software firm and network observability company join forces to integrate network automation technologies and enable more efficient infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The status of the US 5G fixed wireless access market

FWA's ability to deliver high-speed connectivity to rural areas has high revenue potential and has prompted U.S. MNOs AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile to expand national deployment. Continue Reading

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• David Weldon

OpenFlow

OpenFlow, an open source standard supported by many vendors, is the first software defined networking (SDN) control protocol. Continue Reading

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• Gavin Wright

Industry 5.0: What is it and what does its future hold?

As Industry 5.0 becomes a more popular topic of conversation in the business tech world, critics have come out to question its legitimacy as a revolution instead of a progression Continue Reading

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• Marc Ambasna-Jones

McLaren Applied, Blu Wireless find new gear for ultra high-speed telemetry

Engineering tech provider and mmWave comms firm target new breakthroughs in motorsport connectivity and transformation of fan experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Successful launch for fifth, sixth SES 03b mPOWER satellites

With six satellites, satellite operator’s second-generation medium-Earth orbit system is set to provide high-performance connectivity services around the globe from early Q2 2024 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Boldyn Networks to acquire Cellnex private 5G networks business

Shared network infrastructure provider acquires private networks business of independent wireless telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructures operator, including subsidiary to accelerate expansion into Europe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The UK AI Safety Summit – what did it achieve?

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look back at the UK government’s AI Safety Summit and assess what it achieved – and what it didn’t. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the future of business software and modernising legacy applications. And we find out how the UK Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act aims to protect your smart devices. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority, Avaya extend customer centre alliance

Dubai utility firm enhances its customer care centre to become integrated digital interactive hub, enabling customers to access a wide range of services through an interactive voice system Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone inks strategic partnership with Accenture

Global professional services company to form pan-European and African telco as it announces acceleration of transformation to commercialise operations and accelerate growth Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

An introduction to cloud network architecture

Enterprises have three main options when it comes to cloud network architecture: Use built-in CSP tools, buy virtual networking appliances or use a multi-cloud management platform. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE)

Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) is a protocol that encapsulates packets in order to route various protocols over Internet Protocol (IP) networks. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Tessa Parmenter, Contributor
• Lisa Phifer, Core Competence

Qualcomm and Iridium direct-to-device satellite partnership falls out of orbit

Much heralded non-terrestrial-network communications technology collaboration between chip firm and satellite tech company collapses after lack of take-up by smartphone device manufacturers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK Ministry of Justice modernises wired and wireless digital infrastructure

Deployment of AI-driven networking designed to improve staff productivity and job satisfaction for UK Prisons and Probation services, while providing prisoners more rehabilitation opportunities through greater life skills Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Amdocs joins AWS Private Wireless programme as system integrator

Collaboration between hyperscaler and communications industry designed to bring together mobile private network offerings, infrastructure and services to accelerate enterprise network innovation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G, AI and IoT drive leading UK smart cities

Survey reveals UK cities are embracing smart technologies but data security concerns hinder urban developments Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm reveals operator support for 5G RedCap

OEMs and operators select Snapdragon X35 5G Modem-RF System for 5G RedCap to enable smaller and more cost-efficient 5G devices, with launches beginning in 2024 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange Business shifts towards digital, aims to transform SD-WAN with VMware

Business services division of leading connectivity provider unveils strategy to offer end-to-end stack of digital solutions through B2B portfolio and strikes partnership with cloud computing company for software-defined wide-area network offer Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Telenet taps Ciena to light up network upgrade across Belgium

Belgium’s largest provider of cable broadband services announces deployment of optical, network management technology and software to support growing demand for data services and future-proof metro expansion Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cisco expands full-stack observability ecosystem

Networking giant adds seven new partner modules to observability ecosystem around business insights, SAP visibility, networking, machine learning operations, service level objectives and sustainability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What are licensed and unlicensed wireless frequency bands?

Licensed frequency bands are reliable and offer better performance than unlicensed frequency bands, which are low cost and easy to deploy but interference is common. Continue Reading

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• Lee Badman

What to expect from NTT R&D Forum 2023

Where the international technology conference programme used to stem from Barcelona to Boston and from San Francisco to London to Las Vegas, the global footprint of software engineering development ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Nexfibre unveils UK roll-out plan

Latest player in UK’s rapidly growing gigabit market reveals progress taken in developing full-fibre footprint and planned build locations for 2024, as well as commitment to creating added competitive choice Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Stark digital comms divide between UK rural and urban areas

UK operator’s Connecting the Countryside study finds as many as seven in 10 rural deprived areas have poor mobile coverage and nearly half are total 5G notspots Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

mobile virtual network operator (MVNO)

A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a reseller of wireless communications services. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Zola
• Cameron McKenzie, TechTarget

Oxa and eVersum join self-driving shuttle roll-out at Belfast Harbour

Self-driving vehicle software developer teams with electric commercial vehicle specialist to deliver self-driving shuttles in Northern Ireland’s leading port as part of Harlander Project, the area’s sustainable transport plan Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G phones drive almost $1bn returned to customers in Q3

Global business services company’s quarterly assessment of mobile trade-in arena shows that iPhone 11 still dominates as the top traded device but that for the first time more than half of the top five traded models were 5G capable devices. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LSE Behavioural Lab highlights critical role of technology in boosting collaboration

Study at behavioural lab of leading UK education establishment finds quality of collaboration outcomes are proportional to quality of meeting technology used by both office-based and remote/hybrid workers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LigaT selects Nokia to power IP core, transport network across Portugal

Deal provides LigaT a 400GE-capable network architecture with capacity, flexibility and reduced power consumption to deliver the best possible experience to its customers in Portugal Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G and SD-WAN bring benefits to branch locations and beyond

Individually, 5G and SD-WAN promise many benefits for businesses. As a pair, 5G and SD-WAN could specifically enhance network connectivity for remote employees. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Businesses show increased confidence in 5G performance

Research identifies major challenges standing in the way of businesses making good on 5G expectations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wi-Fi (802.11x standard)

Wi-Fi is a term for certain types of wireless local area networks (WLAN) that use specifications in the IEEE 802.11 family of standards. Continue Reading

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• Paul Kirvan
• Lisa Phifer, Core Competence

Enterprise 5G deployment options and how to procure them

The two main types of 5G deployment options are standalone and non-standalone. Find out how they're different, how to procure them and some helpful 5G tips. Continue Reading

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• Lee Badman
• Tom Nolle, Andover Intel

Colt completes Lumen EMEA acquisition

Noting that industry is on the cusp of ground-breaking transformation, digital infrastructure provider seals buyout as part of plan to deliver digital roadmap for global enterprises in hyperconnected marketplace Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Giken Mobility saddles up with Telenor IoT to enhance electric motorcycle connectivity

Fast-growing player in Southeast Asia’s electric mobility sector deploys managed IoT connectivity solutions as part of mission to offer more features on the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oz comms milestone claimed as nbn upgrades fixed wireless network

As businesses across regional Australia use more devices and demand more data and speed than ever before, nationwide digital backbone upgrades network to make it easier for people to work remotely and access digital services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT sees accelerated fibre adoption in first half of fiscal year

Half-yearly results call for UK’s incumbent telco shows strengthening of competitive position, with the launch of mobile offer and full-fibre networks reaching more than a third of the UK's homes and businesses with a growing connection rate Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Admins told to take action over F5 Big-IP platform flaws

Two vulnerabilities in the widely used F5 Networks Big-IP platform are now being exploited in the wild Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Verizon advances fibre technology for increased speed, reliability and capacity

Increasing its bet on fibre not only in the fixed domain but also as backhaul for wireless networks, communications provider reveals trial showing 1.2Tbps transport of data across a single wavelength on its live metro network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

US private 5G needs major improvements to support business

Analyst finds shared airwaves experiment will require considerable improvement to fulfil the promise of enterprise 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Blues teams with RAKwireless to streamline global IIoT connectivity, prototyping

Industrial internet of things technology provider partners with industrial-focused connectivity and hardware manufacturer to streamline product development Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson unveils 5G software toolkit for premium services

Leading comms tech provider enhances 5G connectivity services with toolkit designed to strengthen the ability of 5G standalone comprising software features spanning massive MIMO, advanced RAN slicing, time-critical communication and 5G core Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Bosch Rexroth adds Nokia to automation ecosystem

Comms tech provider collaborates with global engineering firm to integrate virtualised operating system into its MX Industrial Edge on-premise operational technology to support private wireless 5G campus network and Industry 4.0 products Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zegona enters deal to acquire Vodafone Spain

Latest move by leading European and African telco to consolidate business sees deal with European telecommunications investment vehicle to sell Spanish business arm Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CGI, Eutelsat OneWeb, Icomera pilot satellite broadband for UK trains

IT and business consulting services reveal live trials to demonstrate how integrated low-earth orbit satellite and terrestrial communications networks can provide seamless, low latency broadband connectivity on Britain’s rail network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zoom extends AI Companion as it hits million meetings milestone for summaries

Collaboration and communications company’s generative AI assistant sees expanded support for 32 more languages and added capabilities for events, in-meeting questions and meeting coaching Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SEC sues SolarWinds, alleging serious security failures

SolarWinds and its CISO have been charged with fraud and internal control failures by the US authorities amid allegations of a series of cyber security failings leading up to the 2020 Sunburst attacks Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Virgin Media, MS3 take gigabit broadband to South Yorkshire, Lincolnshire

Recent investment by Nexfibre sees full-fibre broadband with average top speeds of 1.13 Gbps now available to more than 5,000 additional homes and businesses in South Yorkshire, while wholesale-only fibre network operator expands to Lincolnshire Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G devices evolve beyond smartphones to prop up IoT

Research details dynamic trajectory of 5G devices, from smartphones to pioneering reduced capability and battery-less ambient IoT devices Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson initiates India 6G programme

Leading communications technology and services provider establishes dedicated 6G research team in India for in-country research, incorporating needs of India into mainstream of telecommunication technology evolution Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)

Open Shortest Path First, often shortened to OSPF, is an IP routing protocol used to find the best path to distribute packets as they pass through IP networks. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Everdome unveils Spaces metaverse-as-a-service platform

Citing a McKinsey report that reveals 60% of users are eager to transform everyday life, Dubai-based metaverse project releases metaverse-as-a-service product line, which aims to make the immersive platform more accessible for all Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

IP SLA (Cisco)

Internet protocol service level agreement (IP SLA) is a network performance monitoring (NPM) feature of the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (Cisco IOS) that enables an IT professional to collect information about network performance in real time. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Danish government extends nationwide Tetra network for first responders

Danish subsidiary of technology provider upgrades network with latest digital radio technology including enhanced cyber security and connectivity capabilities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cistermiser, Heliot Europe partner to improve legionella detection through IoT

Operators team to improve legionella detection through use of IoT services and network connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Greek data watchdog to rule on AI systems in refugee camps

A forthcoming decision on the compliance of surveillance and security systems in Greek refugee camps could set a precedent for how AI and biometric systems are deployed for ‘migration management’ in Europe Continue Reading

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• Lydia Emmanouilidou

Tech firms cite risk to end-to-end encryption as Online Safety Bill gets royal assent

Tech firms continue to be concerned that the Online Safety Bill could undermine end-to-end encryption despite government reassurances Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

EE boosts 4G mobile coverage in rural Northern Ireland through SRN

EE announces upgrade of 139 mobile mast sites across Northern Ireland, making it on track to meet its obligations under the UK government’s deployment programme Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nimo Planet completes spatial computing system for hybrid work

Spatial computer productivity platform provider launches proprietary hardware and OS to enable virtual workplace system comprising personalised, multi-screen workspace experience to hybrid workforce Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

GFiber Labs and NBN Co set milestone with access to 20Gbps broadband

Setting benchmarks in their countries, providers in the US and Australia use Nokia 25G PON technology to deliver 20Gbps services to meet connectivity demands of residential and enterprise customers with existing fibre networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Indoor 5G gets a boost as small cells come to rescue

Indoor small cells are becoming more common in consumer and enterprise markets. Along with distributed antenna systems and Wi-Fi networks, small cells increasingly enable RF coverage. Continue Reading

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• Jennifer English, Editorial Director
• Dan Jones

Vodafone calls on 6GHz spectrum allocation to avoid 5G capacity crunch

Leading European and African operator reveals results of technical trial showing how 5G services in key spectrum band have the potential to achieve comparable coverage levels to current established networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Exploitation of Citrix NetScaler vulns reaching dangerous levels

Observed activity exploiting two new Citrix NetScaler vulnerabilities disclosed earlier this month is ramping up, and users may be running out of time to patch lest they be attacked Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

NOS selects OpenVault to elevate broadband consumer experience

Leading Portuguese operator which boasts history of investment in innovative networking and operational technologies selects broadband technology solutions provider to elevate broadband consumer experience. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Batelco claims Bahrain first with 400G international capacity

Optical network technology supplier inks deal with leading telco provider in Bahrain to deliver 400G capacity high-speed connectivity as part of initiative to upgrade internet service in the country Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

IS-Wireless deploys private 5G at Riga Technical University

5G and 4G radio-access network solutions provider sets up 5G Open RAN laboratory at Riga Technical University to deliver a network for educational purposes and extended research Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

data plane

The data plane -- sometimes known as the user plane, forwarding plane, carrier plane or bearer plane -- is the part of a network that carries user traffic. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Demystifying the top five OT security myths

Goh Eng Choon, president of ST Engineering’s cyber business, outlines the common myths around OT security in a bid to raise awareness of the security challenges confronting OT systems Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Nokia adds 5G devices to FWA portfolio

Nokia enhances 5G fixed wireless access portfolio with devices boasting faster speeds and better coverage using high gain antennas to avoid first wall attenuation and improve coverage to the cell edge Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cisco hackers likely taking steps to avoid identification

Cisco confirms that a drop in detections of devices compromised by two zero-days was likely the result of reactive measures taken by the threat actors to avoid discovery Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

UK lags behind in European FTTP take-up and average broadband speeds

Ookla analysis into progress made by the EU against the bloc’s Digital Decade 2030 strategic objectives finds the UK continues to be at the tail end of European countries’ Q3 2023 median fixed performance rankings Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

North-west altnets celebrate growth milestone and customer experience awards

Growing influence of the alternative gigabit broadband supply sector shown as operator begins full-fibre roll-out in Wilmslow to further expand Greater Manchester network reach, while neighbouring provider marks sixth birthday with customer service awards Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

NTT DATA and IP Infusion partner to accelerate network disaggregation

Global digital business and IT services firm teams with global systems integrator to bring scalable, and choice-filled disaggregation solutions under umbrella of Telecom Infra Project with the aim to expand broad connectivity. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia claims first with Wi-Fi 7 product portfolio, enhances wholesale access for FTTH

Nokia unveils portfolio of carrier-grade wireless broadband devices to the market that are more than 3x faster than previous generations, while Altiplano Open Access Solution offers programmable interface to enhance wholesale operational models Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cisco pushes update to stop exploitation of two IOS XE zero-days

Cisco releases updates to thwart exploitation of two flaws affecting users of its IOS XE software Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre completes contact centre upgrade

NGO dedicated to offering free-of-charge medical services to the Egyptian people chooses premise-based advanced comms platform to underpin each layer of communication at new facility Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

DNB, TM, ZTE live trial claims world's fastest for 5G mmWave

Strategic partnership constructed to set a new global standard in wireless communication through adaptable mmWave AAU technology, capable of achieving record-breaking throughput Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI, robotics, and AR/VR use cases to set pace in UK 5G mid-band

UK Spectrum Policy Forum releases results of study on the benefits of access to spectrum sharing in the 3.8-4.2 GHz band across transport, manufacturing and energy in an aim to increase adoption across use cases such as AI and robotics Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, EGC deploy first private wireless network at Kingston Freeport Terminal

Comms tech provider’s Digital Automation Cloud and MXIE services deployed at leading Caribbean port to enhance broadband connectivity, lower latency, increase predictability and provide edge computing capabilities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Macrocell vs. small cell vs. femtocell: A 5G introduction

Small cells provide fast connectivity speeds for 5G networks and capable devices, but 5G won't stop there. Macrocells and femtocells are also key to connect 5G networks. Continue Reading

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• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

What to know about UDP vulnerabilities and security

UDP is a simple protocol, but it has inherent vulnerabilities that make it prone to attacks, such as limited packet verification, IP spoofing and DDoS attacks. Continue Reading

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• David Jacobs, The Jacobs Group

Public Accounts Committee highlights smart meter failures

In spite of failing to meet roll-out targets, millions of smart meters are not working, and some will break once 3G and 2G networks are switched off Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Fears grow over extent of Cisco IOS XE zero-day

Researchers have identified spiking numbers of victims of a recently disclosed Cisco zero-day, as users of the networking supplier’s IOS XE software are urged to take defensive measures Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Need for ‘significant’ public and private investment in UK infrastructure

Second long-term review sets out role of digital infrastructure in supporting economic growth in UK, but stresses importance of government continuing to support network competition and market deployment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Gitex Global: Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism builds AI engagement platform

Citizens of emirate set to gain access to platform designed to streamline the creation of business licence applications using artificial intelligence to solve the most common pain points in the journey and providing instant digital access to experts on demand Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia wins optical tech award, brings 10G fibre to Iceland with Mila upgrade

Analyst regards Finnish comms tech provider as dominating global XGS-PON OLT market while it supplies Icelandic operator with multi-PON fibre broadband solution designed to bring multi-gigabit services to enterprise customers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly