Networking and communication
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Feature
07 May 2024
Polar Bear Pitching: Hot mobile apps come in from the cold
Flexing its current technological muscle, the city of Oulu in Finland shows that in addition to being a hub of 5G and 6G development, it is also a hot house for mobile apps, even from a hole in the ice Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Feb 2024
Mobile’s next generation: The 6G-based hyper-connected future of living and work
We continue our look at the work in the field of 6G communications in the Finnish city of Oulu, most notably at its university, and see what products and services the new network will support Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2024
Qt lands on LG advanced automotive content platform
Software developer and CE giant extend partnership to power UI/UX development of in-car infotainment services Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2024
Nokia, Telefónica team to boost adoption of 5G SA network APIs
Leading operator inks agreement to explore new API opportunities based on 5G standalone capabilities for businesses in Spain and Germany through use of comms tech provider’s Network Exposure Function Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2024
Verizon brings portable connectivity to events with Network in a Box
Comms provider Verizon launches critical communications prototype to support operations, security, event production and fan experience in venues when a permanent private network is not available Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2024
Hybrid workers call on employers to increase investment in connectivity
Survey reveals lack of reliable mobile connectivity in the office is affecting seven in 10 hybrid workers, forcing a majority of employees to leave their office building simply to make a phone call Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jun 2024
Common types of networking devices explained
This introduction explores eight network devices that are commonly used within enterprise network infrastructures, including access points, routers and switches. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2024
JT taps Ericsson for 5G test centre
Island telco makes next step in progress of installing 5G using Ericsson’s advanced telecoms solutions and software services, including energy efficient features to support sustainable a network Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2024
Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service replaces legacy SD-WAN
Contract awarded for the deployment of cross-Scotland software-defined wide area network designed to ensure efficient, secure and reliable administrative services to the judiciaries of Scotland Continue Reading
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25 Jun 2024
Space revolution
Astronaut Tim Peake discusses the UK’s successful space sector, its overlaps with enterprise IT, and ways to encourage more young people to work in science and technology. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jun 2024
subnet (subnetwork)
A subnet, or subnetwork, is a segmented piece of a larger network. More specifically, subnets are a logical partition of an IP network broken into multiple, smaller network segments. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2024
Starlink, Comcast collaborate to expand enterprise managed connectivity
Network giant’s broadband, wireless provider inks deal to claim to be first major network provider to team up with Elon Musk-led satellite communications company to offer enterprise customers services for improved network redundancy Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2024
Global Telco AI Alliance founders establish LLM joint venture
Founders of a global consortium of telcos looking to make best use of artificial intelligence form joint venture to codevelop and launch multilingual large language model tailored to companies such as themselves Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2024
Hybrid work prompts spike in network security threats
Survey shows more than two-thirds of organisations have seen an increase in network security threats over the past 18 months, with remote and hybrid working the biggest contributor to heightened threat levels Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2024
Tata Communications hosted SASE claims to redefine networking, security
Tata Communications claims world-first implementation of unified SASE solution to deliver unified visibility and control of network traffic with context-led insights and enhanced user experience Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2024
UK fibre firms continue reach expansion
Virgin Media O2-backed growing fibre firm Nexfibre takes XGS PON network to Canterbury while south of England local full-fibre broadband provider Toob celebrates expansion ahead of fifth anniversary Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Jun 2024
internet of things (IoT)
The internet of things, or IoT, is a network of interrelated devices that connect and exchange data with other IoT devices and the cloud. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Jun 2024
packet coalescing
Packet coalescing involves using a computer's network interface card (NIC) to reduce the number of generated receive interrupts the adapter issues. Continue Reading
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Video
20 Jun 2024
An explanation of IoT
Every device connected to the internet has set systems to collect, send and act on data. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2024
Three UK, Ericsson claim new standard for smart and sustainable mobile networks
Leading comms tech provider and operator claim to have successfully improved energy efficiency by up to 70% at selected UK sites using AI-powered hardware and software services Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2024
Orange Mobile sets out 5G private SA deployment at Paris 2024 Olympics
Orange outlines the mobile infrastructure for forthcoming Olympics, equipping 15,000 athletes and providing a range of offers for foreign visitors, relying on 5G private standalone to connect major venues Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2024
Sateliot signs Exolaunch deal for satellite launch and deployment services
Launch mission management, integration and satellite deployment services provider gains contract to support Spanish low Earth orbit 5G NB-IoT constellation platform Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jun 2024
IOWN: Shining light on the future of communications
With rising demand for data and energy consumption due to the vast compute power required by applications such as AI and large language models, something needs to change in networks – this could be IOWN Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jun 2024
IOWN: Putting vision into reality
Continuing our look at the work of the Innovative Optical and Wireless Network project, we find out what use cases the infrastructure will support and look at the application of IOWN technologies Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Jun 2024
How To Avoid Global RAGged AI Delivery Woes....
If Q1 of this year for me was the season of “newbies” – speaking to, and working with, new vendor clients, then Q2 has definitely been the season of “catch-ups”. The essence of “catch-ups” is the ... Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2024
HPE Discover 2024: Deloitte develops Gen AI industrial digitisation use case
Deloitte teams with enterprise networking firm on first use NVIDIA AI Computing by HPE product portfolio to help manufacturers build and operate secure-by-design manufacturing simulations Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2024
Nokia and Google Cloud collaborate to hasten 5G applications with telco APIs
Comms tech provider and leading cloud firm partner to help developers worldwide create 5G applications faster and enrich developer experience with generative AI capabilities Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2024
HPE Discover 2024: HPE, Nvidia team to accelerate GenAI revolution
Partnership on product and sales channels to feature what is described as first-of-its-kind turnkey, private-cloud AI service including sustainable accelerated computing with full lifecycle services to streamline time to value with AI Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2024
Bayanat and Oxa team up to drive innovation in autonomous vehicle technology
Autonomous vehicle software provider Oxa inks partnership with AI-powered geospatial solutions company Bayanat AI, aimed at advancing the development and deployment of AV systems Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2024
HPE Aruba Networking to connect new Everton stadium
Premier League football club inks deal with leading networking firm to become official supplier of soon-to-be-completed stadium Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2024
Altnets Netomnia, brsk announce merger
Merger of broadband indies described as transformative step for UK telecoms industry, establishing what companies say will be only scaled and capital-efficient retail, wholesale and consolidation platform Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Jun 2024
We need a judge-led inquiry into police spying on journalists and lawyers
When journalists Barry McCaffrey and Trevor Birney were wrongly arrested in 2018, their case led to the discovery of a widespread police surveillance operation targeting journalists and lawyers in Northern Ireland. Barry McCaffrey tells the story Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Jun 2024
Midsomer Murders: the Broadband Killings - time for a remake
The choice between cheap ubiquitous broadband today (with overhead spaghetti between cottages and femtos on every pole) and expensive, limited access, underground connectivity tomorrow had set ... Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2024
VMO2 boosts fibre, mobile comms in Essex, Manchester
Latest expansion for joint-venture UK fibre network to see it deliver network to over 12,000 premises east of London, boosting local connectivity Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2024
Nokia unveils software to expand and simplify APIs
Nokia’s Network Exposure Platform aims to expand and simplify the number of network application programming interfaces available to service providers, their partners and customer channels Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2024
Amdocs simplifies eSIM activation with Google Cloud
Communications software provider and cloud giant announce partnership to streamline embedded subscriber identity module onboarding and activation with automated, remote real-time processes Continue Reading
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News
14 Jun 2024
Decision-makers less confident in network investment
Research finds nearly nine in 10 of those responsible for network buying are less confident in investments, and two-thirds believe network technology’s rapid advancements hinder decision-making Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jun 2024
The sustainable office in the age of hybrid work hotelification
For many, the phrase ‘hotelification’ may raise some hackles, yet in the context of the office, the concept has continued apace since the pandemic struck. The move towards creating a more sustainable workspace, however, remains rather more muted Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
General election 2024: Labour promises to boost digital infrastructure
The Labour Party manifesto for the UK general election promises a new industrial strategy and an overhaul of planning rules to help support the digital and tech sector Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
Carrefour taps BICS to launch eSIM travel data
Global travellers with embedded subscriber identity module-enabled phones now able to purchase data packages from multinational retail corporation over the air Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
Vonage, Telstra team to accelerate digital transformation with network APIs
Ericsson-owned cloud communications provider partners with Australian operator to combine network APIs with API platform and 5G network capabilities to enable enterprises to build applications for optimised customer experiences Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Jun 2024
secure access service edge (SASE)
Secure access service edge (SASE), pronounced sassy, is a cloud architecture model that bundles together network and cloud-native security technologies and delivers them as a single cloud service. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Jun 2024
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) is a standard protocol on the internet that ensures the reliable transmission of data between devices on a network. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Jun 2024
CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing or supernetting)
CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing or supernetting) is a method of assigning IP addresses that improves the efficiency of address distribution and replaces the previous system based on Class A, Class B and Class C networks. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
Barcelona kicks off edge to cloud to customise fan experience
Aiming to fulfil its ‘mes que un club’ ethos, Spanish football giant pulls networking ‘palanca’ to offer fans customised experience at legendary stadium, becoming official edge-to-cloud partner for next four seasons Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
Enterprises scale private wireless for additional use cases, industrial sites
Study shows enterprises expanded private wireless networks use or deployed them in another location Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2024
eSIM Go checks in with Lufthansa on-brand global travel service
Aviation group partners with embedded subscriber identity module company to provide mobile data services to passengers across four of its airlines, enabling travellers to stay connected in more than 150 countries while avoiding data roaming charges Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2024
NTT upgrades JUNO submarine cable
Largest trans-Pacific submarine cable system boosts network capacity to support delivery of ubiquitous high-capacity 800Gb, 400Gb and 100Gb services, claiming to hit service delivery targets as soon as it launches Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2024
Nokia maintains 25G PON momentum with HKBN and Chorus
Comms tech provider closes more deals for 25Gbps passive optical network technology with Hong Kong fibre network provider and New Zealand’s largest open-access internet infrastructure company on behalf of leading retail service provider Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
General election 2024: Conservative manifesto promises to continue tech policies
The Conservative Party manifesto contains little by way of new commitments for tech and digital, but lays out plans to continue existing policies and promises made under the last government Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
Interview: Astronaut Tim Peake on an imminent revolution in space tech
Britain’s first male astronaut discusses the UK’s successful space sector, its overlaps with enterprise IT, and how to encourage more young people to work in science and technology Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
Altnet full-fibre firms hit the north
Independent UK broadband providers continue programmes of network expansion to light up premises in Merseyside, Greater Manchester and Humberside with gigabit connectivity Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
O2 Telefónica, Ericsson renew core network partnership
German operator and leading comms tech provider agree multi-year contract extension to realise network of the future Continue Reading
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Definition
10 Jun 2024
Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
The Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) is an open and extendable part of the Internet Protocol Suite, commonly known as TCP/IP, used in the IEEE 802.1AB standard to advertise a device's identity and abilities to other connected devices within the same network. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2024
Telenor IoT launches testing facility for internet-connected tech
Nordic operator announces initial work being undertaken at its recently opened internet of things test lab, aiming to help customers understand how their connected IoT products behave before deployment Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2024
Neutral internet sites account for 70% of leading 50 US exchanges
Study reveals steady transformation over the past decade in the way networks choose to interconnect with neutral IX models operated by a neutral third party rather than by datacentre operator or carrier Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2024
Juniper Networks claims first with AIOps to WAN routing
Juniper Networks announces industry leadership with enhancements to cloud-native Mist AI engine for all network domains, claiming to deliver insight for exceptional experiences Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2024
Cisco Live: ThousandEyes on the prize in digital experience age
Networking giant sets out strategy to empower customers to see everything across complex digital supply chain, turning data into intelligence and actions to support digital experiences that businesses base operations on Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2024
eSIM set to be next mobile industry disruptor
Even though its current acceptance and take-up is low, embedded subscriber identity module (eSIM) pinpointed by industry report to be the next industry disruptor, bringing about lasting changes to the way people connect with mobile providers and manage subscriptions Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Jun 2024
haptics
Haptics is the science of applying a sense of touch and control to interaction with computer applications. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2024
Nvidia sees massive datacentre compute growth, says networking is next
After posting revenues of $19.4bn in its datacentre business, Nvidia is now looking to revolutionise ethernet interconnects Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2024
Zoom opens immersive Experience Centre in London
Leading collaboration and communications technology firm looks to raise bar of international footprint and strengthen UK commitment with major investment Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2024
UK firms still struggling to enable hybrid work
Survey reveals UK firms are still struggling to make hybrid work effective, with 62% of workplaces changing policy in the past four years and failure to adopt suitable digital tools leading employees to feel overwhelmed and frustrated Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2024
Vodafone, i2CAT unveil Open RAN management system
Vodafone reveals development of open RAN technology in series of joint research projects with academia and research institutions at expanding Innovation Centre in Málaga Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2024
Nokia, Telia claim successful outdoor trial in 6 GHz range with massive MIMO
Global comms tech provider teams with leading Nordic operator to complete field pilot in upper 6 GHz spectrum band range to add capacity and coverage to existing macro cell sites in dense urban environments for 5G-Advanced and 6G networks Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2024
Collaboration suffers as businesses fail to adapt workplace technology
Research reveals critical gaps in workplace tech affecting productivity and collaboration among workers in the UK, with businesses failing to adapt IT infrastructure to suit different personality types Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2024
Cisco Live: AI to fuel Cisco mission to connect and protect everything
Networking giant plots future where harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and data will allow companies to connect and protect everything across a global network where data is the ultimate differentiator Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
Cisco gears up to cash in on AI innovation and investments
Networking giant plots out artificial intelligence-powered future within networks to build digital resilience and offer secure visibility, observability and insight across digital footprints, with $1bn global AI investment fund Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
HPE looks to simplify deployment of private enterprise 5G
Edge-to-cloud global enterprise infrastructure company launches dedicated service designed to remove the complexity of managing, deploying and purchasing enterprise private cellular networks Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
Haier Europe taps Orange Business to build responsive SD-WAN
Looking to offer a scalable, secure networking infrastructure to support its growth, Fortune 500 home appliances company works with business arm of telco to deploy cloud-first platform enhancing security, visibility and agility Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
T-Mobile bolsters connected workplace with FWA
Expanded fixed FWA offering combines Cradlepoint 5G networking solutions and T-Mobile 5G Business Internet to offer more choice to more customers Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2024
Sateliot to launch four satellites in 5G IoT programme
Leading satellite operator continues on its programme of delivering 5G communications by deploying the first 5G-IoT satellite constellation Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2024
Police chief commissions ‘independent review’ of surveillance against journalists and lawyers
PNSI chief constable appoints lawyer to conduct review into police phone surveillance of journalists, lawyers and NGOs Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Jun 2024
NBASE-T Ethernet
NBASE-T Ethernet is an IEEE standard and Ethernet-signaling technology that enables existing twisted-pair copper cabling to exceed the cable's specified limit of 1 gigabit per second (Gbps) for distances of up to 100 meters. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2024
McLaren Formula 1 Team revs up network security with Cisco
Legendary motor racing team expands global partnership with networking giant to accelerate network security for on-premise hardware and cloud-based software, including secure firewall and XDR Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
US smartphone users kept same devices for longest time period yet
The latest investigation of the US mobile device trade-in market by risk management solutions provider shows for the auto, lifestyle and housing protection $874m put into consumers’ pockets in first quarter of 2024 Continue Reading
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Answer
30 May 2024
What's the difference between SIP trunking, PRI and BRI?
SIP trunking is preferred over PRI and BRI telecommunications lines because it offers more savings, better flexibility and more integrations with newer technologies. Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Qatar Airways taps Starlink for complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi
Qatar Airways becomes first leading airline in MENA to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity via Elon Musk firm Continue Reading
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Report
30 May 2024
Avaya ‘roaring forward’ in the age of experience
From beating the J-curve, riding the upward trajectory of a U-curve to a simple formula to drive business growth through enhanced customer experience. We report on the transformation taking place at Avaya Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Ciena, Digicel, Southern Cross bring high-speed connectivity to Fiji schools
Leading optical technology provider announces the second year of its partnership with Digicel Fiji and Southern Cross to deliver high-speed connectivity for school students on Fiji Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2024
The need for speed: How AI is driving faster cars for VCARB Formula One team
We go behind the scenes with the Visa Cash App RB F1 team to find out how data, AI and ERP are helping to deliver the millisecond improvements in lap time that make all the difference in Grand Prix racing Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2024
Lessons from deploying private 5G
Enterprises that have deployed private 5G cite both technical and business benefits, but they might not be what organizations expect. See how expectations compare with reality. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Nokia and Global Fiber Peru aim to close digital divide in Amazon rainforest
Subaquatic optical, IP and XGS-PON fibre broadband network brings future-proof connectivity to remote region of Peru, Colombia and Brazil in bid to reduce digital divide in 400 communities Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
Condor spreads wings with Intelsat in-flight connectivity
Germany’s leading leisure airline inks deal with integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator to extend Wi-Fi product to short- and medium-haul routes using Airbus A32xneo aircraft Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2024
UK rural mobile scheme in danger of missing coverage targets
House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts slams progress and reporting to date on flagship UK mobile connectivity scheme, and warns of potential funding issues that will hamper development Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Executive Interview: Why Dell wants to be your one-stop AI shop
At Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas, artificial intelligence was the talk of the town as Dell staked out an all-encompassing strategy ahead of an anticipated goldrush. Dell’s Nick Brackney explains why the tech giant believes it's onto a winner Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Japan Airlines takes off with Intelsat for enhanced in-flight connectivity
Leading aircraft manufacturer to complete satellite communications company’s electronically steered array factory installation on latest generations of 737 aircraft boasting wide coverage and low latency. Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
5G innovation fuelling deal flow and growth pipelines
Study highlights how business and enterprise market will become essential to commercial success of 5G industry, with network slicing and private wireless networks becoming areas of focus Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2024
Openreach claims record for broadband upgrade locations
Latest steps in UK’s leading broadband provider’s plans to go fully digital sees ultrafast full-fibre technology made available to 14 million homes Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2024
Nutanix beefs up AHV hypervisor, doubles down on AI
Nutanix takes aim at VMware with enhancements to its AHV hypervisor along with tighter integrations with Nvidia and Hugging Face to simplify AI deployments Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
AI, automation, private networks top UK enterprise tech agenda
Survey examining technology agenda for UK enterprises highlights that business priorities over the next 12 months include increasing sales, reducing operating costs, and growth via new business areas or geographies Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Networks emerge as catalyst for digital business success
Global networking trends report for 2024 reveals continued measurable impact of the network in advancing business goals, with 72% planning on deploying integrated network management platforms over the next two years Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
AI set to improve network operational efficiency by 40% or more
Study of telecom and IT engineers exploring artificial intelligence’s impact on the network sees almost universal belief in need to upgrade fibre-optic networks to support more AI traffic Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Arctic Semiconductor 5G private networks tech gains 3GPP accreditation
Low-power, RF and mixed-signal chipsets provider announces 3GPP Compliant Platform for 5G private networks boasting ‘pivotal’ capabilities in terms of performance and power consumption Continue Reading
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Definition
23 May 2024
wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS)
A wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS) is a dedicated security device or integrated software application that monitors a wireless local area network (WLAN) or Wi-Fi network's radio spectrum for rogue access points (APs) and other wireless threats. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 May 2024
unified communications (UC)
Unified communications (UC) is an umbrella term for the integration of multiple enterprise communication tools -- such as voice calling, video conferencing, instant messaging (IM), presence and content sharing -- into a single, streamlined interface, with the goal of improving user experience (UX) and productivity. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2024
Virgin Media Business Wholesale connects MA5 datacentre with new fibre
Virgin Media Business Wholesale marks next phase of ongoing high bandwidth upgrade programme, setting out to deliver faster and more accurate provisioning at strategic sites throughout the UK Continue Reading
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Feature
22 May 2024
Neom: The tip of the tech iceberg in the Saudi desert
What is known about plans for Saudi Arabian smart city Neom could be just the tip of the iceberg Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2024
TfL taps Thales and Nokia to renew underground multi-services network
Transport for London engages IT and networks firms to deliver integrated communications renewal to support system used by staff to handle radio, transmission and CCTV technology Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2024
Enterprise sector shines in steady Q1 for Zoom
Zoom’s latest financial results show continued growth beyond its roots, driven by a commitment to meet customer needs and enhance productivity Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2024
CGI selected to streamline UK ESN programme
Controversial mobile network for UK emergency services mobile communications enters new phase with consulting firm appointed as technology delivery partner Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2024
Ericsson, Tele2 shake it off with 5G in Sweden for Taylor Swift
Swedish operator and global comms tech provider claim to have revolutionised mobile experiences with 5G technology milestone for music megastar’s concerts at Friends Arena in Stockholm Continue Reading