Networking and communication

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Driving up IT efficiency and sustainability

IT leaders need to balance IT sustainability with business drivers to innovate with digital technologies and ensure corporate systems remain secure Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP)

Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) is an encryption protocol included in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11i standard for wireless local area networks (WLANs). Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What's the difference between network reliability and availability?

Network reliability is how long infrastructure works without disruption. Network availability is the percentage of time infrastructure operates in a given time frame. Continue Reading

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• Amy Larsen DeCarlo, GlobalData

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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• Rahul Awati

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

RDK, Telenet up the ante on Wi-Fi management and performance

Boost to wireless comms as operator introduces smart Wi-Fi 6 pods and mesh technology combined with the latest modem, while technology consortium launches software component designed to unify residential Wi-Fi software Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

3CX unified comms users hit by supply chain attacks

Ongoing supply chain attacks against customers of UC firm 3CX appear to be linked to North Korean threat actors Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Traditional WAN vs. SD-WAN: How do they compare?

While comparing traditional WAN vs. SD-WAN, network professionals can see the many benefits of SD-WAN, including centralized control and dynamic traffic management. Continue Reading

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• John Fruehe

5 common SD-WAN challenges and how to prepare for them

SD-WAN technology has its fair share of risk factors, some of which include cost reduction and management. Find out how your IT team can prepare for these challenges. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sturt, Netify

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

computer network

A computer network is a group of interconnected nodes or computing devices that exchange data and resources with each other. Continue Reading

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• Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Is TikTok really a security threat to your business?

In this week’s Computer Weekly, with the UK government becoming the latest administration to ban TikTok, we ask whether the controversial social media app is really a security threat to enterprises. Technology guru Bruce Schneier tells us about the need to take back control of AI and the personal data it relies on. And we look at how firms are trying – and failing – to make AI work for online content moderation. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Aryaka expands SD-WAN, SASE offer to SMEs

Having deployed its services to large enterprises and Fortune 100 companies for over a decade, software-defined networking technology focuses on small to medium-sized enterprises for secure access and wide area networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Explore private wireless network vendor options

Private wireless networks can be difficult to deploy. Networking vendors -- such as Celona, Cradlepoint and Extenet -- offer services that could simplify the process. Continue Reading

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• Deanna Darah, Site Editor

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Openreach hits 10 million mark for full-fibre deployment

Village in England’s smallest county sees largest network provider hit milestone as 10 millionth location for full-fibre broadband to homes, businesses and public services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How to build an SD-WAN RFP to evaluate vendors

There are key questions that belong in your SD-WAN request for proposal. Use them to better assess vendor features and capabilities, architecture, cost savings and PoCs. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sturt, Netify

Neos Networks to enable Oxfordshire gigabit smart county ambitions

Leading fibre connectivity supplier reveals role in project designed to deliver gigabit broadband upgrades for more than 175 public sector sites across Oxfordshire by the end of 2023 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Telent completes communications systems upgrades at HS1 railway stations

Telent designs and installs data network and management system at four international stations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CityFibre lands latest Project Gigabit contract

Latest part of UK government’s project to drive gigabit connectivity to non-urban locations sees broadband provider engaged to roll out full-fibre to 45,000 hard-to-reach homes and business across rural Cambridgeshire Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Riedel Networks, Kalaam collaborate to connect motorsports

Digital services firm teams with international customised network provider to support real-time data transfer and broadcasting for one of the most active and data-driven sports in the world Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT gets on Wavelength to bring 5G, cloud to mobile businesses

Long-term, multi-million-pound investment gives leading UK telco’s business customers access to edge computing services, combining EE mobile network’s 5G and 4G network infrastructure with cloud services from Amazon Web Services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Follow these 9 steps for SD-WAN testing before deployment

Before an SD-WAN implementation, you'll want to run the system through a battery of tests to check for things like failover, packet delivery and traffic segregation. Continue Reading

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• Terry Slattery, NetCraftsmen

Zoom strikes unified communications home run in MLB partnership

Conferencing and communications company claims first-of-its-kind partnership with major US sports league to enhance MLB games and the fan viewership experience based on contact centre and core platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK altnets advance pace of full-fibre deployment

One of the fastest-growing altnets in the UK raises £230m in committed debt financing, while country’s leading independent network provider becomes object of takeover as it maintains build-out momentum Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Configure NIC teaming in Windows Server

NIC teaming maximizes network bandwidth and provides redundancy benefits. These steps guide users through NIC teaming configuration in Windows Server with GUI and PowerShell. Continue Reading

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• Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction

Ofcom extends time on BT wholesale broadband tariff probe

UK comms regulator to take a further two months to assess whether a regulatory green light for new wholesale pricing from ultrafast broadband market leader threatens competitiveness of UK gigabit sector Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 brings 5G services to the London Underground

As 4G and 5G mobile coverage continue to be rolled out across the Tube network in London, leading UK operator enables customers travelling in tunnels between those stations to enjoy 5G coverage in sections of network in the West End and north London Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three calls for easier corporate consolidation path as it reports solid 2022

Leading UK mobile operator releases annual results, claiming operational stability and network performance have seen it outperform the market in delivering customer growth, and calls for more regulatory freedom to consolidate business Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

mu Space to distribute OneWeb capacity in mainland Southeast Asia

Multimillion, multiyear deal to provide satellite services in Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia, with LEO technology to connect those in the remotest parts of the region Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government announces open networks ecosystem competition

Open Networks Ecosystem Competition to form next phase of UK government’s £250m 5G telecoms supply chain diversification strategy and develop products for enhanced development and adoption of open and interoperable technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 extends Ericsson partnership to boost UK 5G connectivity

Commercial agreement will see tech provider’s 4G and 5G radio access network technology deployed across the UK, with hardware, software and service enhancements to improve connectivity while reducing energy consumption and accelerating upgrades Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm aims to become one-stop shop for IoT development

Mobile technology giant announces intention to become dedicated destination for developers across the IoT space Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

London not calling in UK 4G to 5G mobile uplifts

Study shows mobile users in London see the smallest uplift from 5G in terms of download speeds compared with more rural regions, but also that there is little difference in the uplift in average download speeds seen by users in rural and urban areas with 5G compared with 4G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK lags in broadband affordability

Study on broadband pricing from leading price comparison site finds Western Europe as a region expensive more generally, with no country in the region making it into the top 50 cheapest places in the world to get fast connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK regulator gives green light to 5G mmWave development

Amid concerns by potential service providers and technology firms that the UK is in danger of falling behind other countries in enabling next-gen mobile services, Ofcom opens up over 6GHz of mmWave radio spectrum for mobile technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI interview: Elke Schwarz, professor of political theory

Elke Schwarz speaks with Computer Weekly about the ethics of military artificial intelligence and the dangers of allowing governments and corporations to push forward without oversight or scrutiny Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Digital dedication – the transformation of Guinness World Records

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out about the digital transformation at Guinness World Records – dedication, that’s what you need. We examine the new space race – to launch low-orbit, low-cost communications satellites. And we look at the role of technology in sustainability strategies. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Western Sydney airport to get nbn fibre

Australia’s upcoming Western Sydney International Airport will get 25km of fibre to service its airport terminal and business park Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

8x8 aims to transform XCaaS customer engagement with AI

Cloud comms platform provider claims revolutionary AI-driven enhancements to core XCaaS platform, including a platform-wide integration with OpenAI Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Top 9 SD-WAN benefits for businesses

Make the case for an SD-WAN implementation, and explore the benefits and main use cases for SD-WAN in enterprises, beyond traditional hybrid WANs. Continue Reading

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• Lee Doyle, Doyle Research

BAI Communications outlines growth ambitions as it transforms into Boldyn Networks

Looking to create a global neutral host partner of choice for customers, BAI Communications rebrands to support mobile and fixed network operators and customers in the transit, venue, government, military and enterprise sectors with an integrated portfolio and expanded capabilities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

wireless broadband (WiBB)

Wireless broadband (WiBB) is high-speed internet and data service delivered through a wireless local area network (WLAN) or wireless wide area network (WWAN). Continue Reading

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• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Gavin Wright

NDIS (Network Driver Interface Specification)

Network Driver Interface Specification (NDIS) is a Microsoft Windows specification for how communication protocol programs (such as TCP/IP) and network device drivers should communicate with each other. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Zola

LTE (Long-Term Evolution)

LTE (Long-Term Evolution) is a fourth-generation (4G) wireless standard that provides increased network capacity and speed for cellphones and other cellular devices compared with third-generation (3G) technology. Continue Reading

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• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Dan Jones
• Kevin Beaver, Principle Logic, LLC

Vodafone rolls out reliable 4G to nearly 60 rural UK locations 

Vodafone increases access to a reliable 4G connection across the UK, enabling businesses and customers in rural locations to enjoy faster, more reliable speeds and higher quality voice calls Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Millions in the Arab world use VPNs to overcome restrictions and bandwidth throttling

Citizens in the Arab world are using VPNs to help them bypass internet restrictions and increase available bandwidth Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Nokia lands African deals for iSIM, AVA software for Egypt smart city

Comms tech provider announces African deployments as Airtel plans to roll out iSIM secure connect technology in several countries while it also joins partnership to enable smart city dwellers in Egypt to use the internet to order, activate and pay for utilities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Eutelsat, Intelsat and SES, CFE ink multi-orbit contracts enhancing satellite connectivity

Leading satellite operators add multi-orbit assets providing connectivity service for air, land and sea customers where demand is booming, and SES collaboration accelerates Mexican Government’s ‘internet for all’ initiative Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange signs agreement with OneWeb to enhance and expand global connectivity

Telco Orange partners with satellite operator OneWeb to improve and expand connectivity, particularly in rural and remote areas across Europe, Latin America and Africa, and enhance business offering with broadband and low latency solutions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hispasat launches projects to drive satellite integration in 5G, 6G development

Iberian and Latin American satellite operator announces three programmes designed to facilitate the standardisation of space communications usage and enable 5G, and potentially 6G, to have universal deployment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CW EMEA: How Sweden is accelerating digitisation

Large conglomerates with diverse business portfolios face challenges when digitally transforming because one size cer-tainly doesn’t fit all. In this month’s CW EMEA, we find out how Richard Ventre, group CIO at Dutch company SHV Holdings, goes about ensuring his IT department pro-vides the foundations for a wide variety of businesses to thrive digitally. We also find out how to make the most of a composable enterprise architecture and how green storage can deliver savings if done right. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Global fixed and mobile business broadband to flourish from 5G

Improvements in quality of services and changes in the way business buyers use 5G network services will drive uptick in enterprise comms in the office and on the road, finds Omdia study Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK National Audit Office slams mistakes as ESN bill soars to £2bn

Financial watchdog bites UK government in report investigating £2bn Emergency Services Network project, which has been plagued by delays, budget overruns and rows over value for money Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

network operating system (NOS)

A network operating system (NOS) is a computer operating system (OS) that's designed primarily to support workstations, PCs and, in some instances, older terminals that are connected on a local area network (LAN). Continue Reading

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• Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
• Sarah Lewis

network protocol

A network protocol is a set of established rules that specify how to format, send and receive data so that computer network endpoints, including computers, servers, routers and virtual machines, can communicate despite differences in their underlying infrastructures, designs or standards. Continue Reading

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• Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
• Wesley Chai
• Alissa Irei, Senior Site Editor

physical layer

The physical layer is the first and lowest layer of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model. Continue Reading

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• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

APAC IT leaders bullish on tech spending

Over half of respondents in this year’s IT Priorities study have bigger IT budgets as they continue to make strategic investments in cyber security, cloud and automation, among other areas Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Podcast: 2023 compliance and storage outlook

Geopolitical instability casts its shadow as organisations must think about cyber attacks, data location and what to do if things change quickly. We talk to Mathieu Gorge, CEO of Vigitrust Continue Reading

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• Antony Adshead, Storage Editor

MWC 2023: Dryad, Vodafone team to bring wildfire detection technology to Spain

Berlin-based environmental IoT startup teams with leading operator to bring its wireless environmental sensor network to Spain, supporting the ‘ultra-early’ detection of wildfires across the country Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: 5.5G to deliver true promise of 5G

As 5G adoption accelerates, industry leaders are already getting ready for the next-generation of mobile technology, and looking at new 5G innovations that are strengthening the sector's foundations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: Ooredoo upgrades networks across MENA in partnership with Nokia, Huawei

Comms tech providers tasked to modernise parts of leading MENA and Asia operator’s existing networks, including deploying new sites and preparing for potential future launch of 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SD-WAN comparison chart: 10 vendors to assess

This SD-WAN vendor comparison chart is a useful starting point to evaluate information about deployment options, pricing, security, cloud connectivity and more. Continue Reading

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• Jennifer English, Executive Editor

MWC 2023: IBM and Nokia strike private 5G partnership

Comms tech provider and IT giant become latest to address growing sector so that enterprises can benefit from secure, customised connectivity services enabled by a highly available 5G cloud network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

WH Smith staff data accessed in cyber attack

The retailer has said that customer data has not been affected by the incident as it is held in different systems, and that investigations into the attack are ongoing Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

MWC 2023: Netflix pushes back against telcos in net neutrality row

Net neutrality seems to be an itch the European comms industry cannot scratch, and hot on the heels of an intention to get content firms to contribute to the build-out of networks for tomorrow’s services, Netflix takes aim at telcos’ demands Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: Orange taps Ericsson for 5G first in Spain

Leading Spanish telco implements 5G Standalone technology for mobile users, with improved network capabilities designed to transform mobile user experiences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: Huawei chooses not to choose on network energy efficiency

Comms tech firm rebuts assumed binary choice in comms arena and assures simultaneous green ICT and ICT development is possible if the right balance is struck between energy efficiency, renewable energy utilisation and user experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CIO interview: Clare Lansley, CIO, Aston Martin Formula One

A rare female CIO in a male-dominated sport, Lansley discusses how digital transformation is all a part of helping the team to move further up the F1 grid Continue Reading

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• Mark Samuels

MWC 23: Beacon Wi-Fi 6E gateway shines for Nokia

Addressing the widespread roll-out of gigabit fibre powered by XGS-PON, comms tech provider unveils its first gateway supporting Wi-Fi 6E to provide premium, high-performance Wi-Fi in the home using high-capacity mesh networking. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: HPE boosts enterprise wireless offer with Athonet acquisition

Acquisition aims to strengthen global edge-to-cloud company’s private networking capabilities to help enterprise customers accelerate 5G deployments and telco customers drive new revenue streams Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Korea telecom giant SKT doubles down on AI

SKT plans to broaden the use of AI across its business, from delivering AI-powered services to improving customer experience using generative AI models Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

MWC 2023: GSMA launches open network API initiative

Looking to support its industry in what it believes will be a new era of digital services and mobile apps, mobile trade association announces initiative designed to provide universal access to operator networks for developers to boost quality of experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: ICT infrastructure investment to drive Industry 4.0

Study reveals how digital economy will account for more than half of global GDP by end of 2023 and how growth of 5G and intergenerational evolution of connectivity technology will increase global economic benefits by approximately 15% Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC 2023: Cisco and NTT team to accelerate enterprise digital transformation through private 5G

Leading network technology firms announce plans to bring private 5G services to enterprise customers, helping accelerate industry transformation through managed private 5G solution integrated within pre-existing LAN, WAN and cloud infrastructures Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

gigabit (Gb)

In data communications, a gigabit (Gb) is 1 billion bits, or 1,000,000,000 (that is, 10^9) bits. It's commonly used for measuring the amount of data that is transferred in a second between two telecommunication points. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon