Network hardware
Network hardware products such as routers, switches, hubs, appliances and gateways form the vital infrastructure for successful enterprise IT. We look at the latest trends in technologies in building LANs, WANS and Ethernet networking.
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E-Zine
13 Oct 2023
CW EMEA: Prepare for AI explosion
In this month’s CW EMEA, we look at generative artificial intelligence, which Accenture claims is the next big thing in enterprise IT. The IT services giant says GenAI will transform 40% of all working hours – and it is putting its money where its mouth is with plans to invest $3bn in AI and create 40,000 AI-focused roles. Part of the huge investment has already been assigned to the creation of an AI and generative AI lab in Brussels focused on the public sector in Europe. We also look at a Deutsche Telekom-led consortium’s demo of multi-supplier non-real-time RAN optimisation, how last month’s Ryder Cup tested out technology to improve how fans digitally consume the event, and find out how Zurich Insurance has cut the time it takes to complete development of ServiceNow applications. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2023
DE-CIX switches on Internet Exchange in Finland
Comms tech provider celebrates 10 years of partnership with Internet Exchange operator and home to leading carrier and datacentre neutral interconnection ecosystem Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Dec 2022
UK operators brace for broadband surge
UK infrastructure operators see year of massive traffic driven by major events such as the Queen’s funeral, live sport and online gaming, and get ready for further network peaks across the Christmas period Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Dec 2022
BT C-RAN 5G architecture pilot scheme live in Leeds
BT takes next-gen mobile connectivity a stage further with a 5G pilot scheme to enhance coverage and connectivity in key UK city enabling local customers to access faster, more reliable speeds Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Dec 2022
UK gigabit access breaks barrier but take-up remains slow
Ofcom’s latest investigation of connectivity across the country finds full-fibre broadband now available to more than 12 million homes and 5G reaching seven in ten properties, while the number of households without access to decent broadband has fallen by a third Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Dec 2022
BT boosts network monitoring to improve customer experience
Comms tech provider’s analytics software selected by leading UK network provider in five-year deal to improve operators’ fixed access customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Dec 2022
Telstra tunes up with orchestration to enhance automation, customer experience
Leading Australian operator taps global comms tech provider to support network-as-a-service (NaaS) strategies, enabling an enhanced experience for business customers through reusable and shared platform for improved network management and operational efficiency Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Dec 2022
Medusa Submarine Cable to land on Orange infrastructure in Marseille
Orange will give users of Mediterranean submarine cable system the ability to access datacentres in French city and interconnect through fully redundant infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Dec 2022
Openreach announces 12 new full-fibre build locations
London calling for BT-owned broadband provision division as it makes next step in plan to reach 25 million homes with full fibre by December 2026 and launches simplified online map showing when and where full-fibre network is being built Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Dec 2022
CityFibre extends reach across southern England as it files Openreach competition complaint
Just as it carries build-out momentum of 2022 to key towns in Suffolk and Berkshire, UK’s largest independent full-fibre provider protests to UK regulatory authorities about behaviour of arch-rival in gigabit broadband Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Dec 2022
Need emerges for sustainable network infrastructure transformation
Survey of IT decision-makers and 1,200 office workers across EMEA region reveals that infrastructure users are committed to change but demand more positive action and greater understanding from leadership Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Dec 2022
MI6 chief’s hacked emails attacked MI5 and betrayed British spy operations in China
Former UK spy boss Richard Dearlove leaked names of MI6 secret agent recruiters in China to back an aggressive right-wing US campaign against tech company Huawei. His emails were hacked and then leaked – probably by Russian intelligence Continue Reading
By- Duncan Campbell , 2QQ Ltd, Sussex University
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News
28 Nov 2022
STC Kuwait and BICS complete world’s first live 5G standalone roaming connection
Mobile connectivity enabler teams with MENA region telecoms provider for successful test of what is claimed to be the first of its kind to be completed in a non-lab environment and a major milestone for global 5G adoption Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Nov 2022
CityFibre identifies massive economic gains for Cheltenham, Portsmouth areas through full fibre
Leading independent gigabit broadband provider reveals positive economic and productivity impacts in Gloucestershire and south-coast cities where it has introduced full fibre, running to £145m and £335m respectively Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Nov 2022
Equinix makes added £179m investment in UK digital infrastructure
Global digital infrastructure company announces cash injection in support of increasing customer demand in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Nov 2022
CityFibre inks strategic relationship with Toob
Terms agreed to give rapidly growing full-fibre platform’s wholesale customers access to growing network footprints of south of England fibre-to-the-premise network provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Nov 2022
Ultrafast broadband quickens pace across UK
Analyst’s bi-monthly update on broadband infrastructure deployments in the UK highlights uptick in progress of fibre-to-the-premises and gigabit infrastructure in the UK in the months from August to October 2022 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Nov 2022
GBI adds to optical network capacity to deal with World Cup traffic spike
Middle East-based smart and fully managed network provider deploys optical network engine ahead of expected increase in demand on infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Nov 2022
Virgin Media Business Wholesale launches new National High Capacity Services core network
Enhanced high-bandwidth, ultra-low-latency core platform launched for National High Capacity Services network to enable simpler, faster delivery of services and improve customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Nov 2022
Agility, business more important than cost, network management for IT teams
Cisco report finds new rules applying in a multicloud world, with IT decision-makers regarding security as the top networking challenge when managing distributed and hybrid workloads Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Nov 2022
CityFibre celebrates Dundee anniversary, makes splash in Brighton & Hove
Full-fibre platform makes mark at both ends of the UK, racking up two-year presence in growing gaming hub in North East Scotland and arriving on shore of South of England’s leading coastal resort Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Nov 2022
Nokia, Optus unveil ultra-low-latency Sydney to Melbourne network
Australian operator takes on comms tech provider’s network infrastructure offering to upgrade its existing long-haul network and address growing market demands for bandwidth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Nov 2022
Singtel, China Telecom Global to lead undersea cable consortium
New Asia Link Cable system will connect Hong Kong and Singapore with the Philippines, Brunei, and Hainan in China Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
07 Nov 2022
Altnets announces fibre equipment partnership with HellermannTyton
Supplier to internet service providers inks partnership with custom-built telecoms products manufacturer to distribute broadband products to service providers across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Nov 2022
Shadow digital secretary outlines Labour’s tech priorities
Labour’s digital and technology plans focus on reining in the power of the tech giants, boosting connectivity across the UK, and improving online safety Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
02 Nov 2022
Truespeed invests £22m into South-West full-fibre roll-out
With the addition of 12 new areas to its gigabit broadband network, Bath-based UK altnet expands full-fibre network access to parts of home city and regions of South Gloucestershire and North Somerset Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Nov 2022
Report reveals ‘clear gaps’ in UK’s broadband safety net
Latest update on progress of broadband roll-out guarantees from April to September 2022 shows worrying signs that as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on, swathes of the UK population could be priced out of gaining acceptable broadband Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Nov 2022
CityFibre furthers gigabit in UK Midlands and claims £283m Blackpool boost
Warwick and Leamington Spa added to growing list of gigabit broadband-enabled communities covered by UK’s largest independent full-fibre platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
28 Oct 2022
Tearing down the barriers to full digital connectivity
Millions of households rely on good connectivity for work, study or leisure. But how much has fast and consistent broadband connectivity spread across the UK? Continue Reading
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News
25 Oct 2022
Freshwave, Clear Channel take 4G connectivity across London
Connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider collaborates with leading UK connectivity provider to deliver connected bus shelters across East London borough Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Oct 2022
Rural-urban broadband connectivity gap persists in UK
Research from UK communications regulator finds widespread use of video streaming and other bandwidth-intensive services mean people are demanding more of their broadband connections, but accessibility to ultra-fast connectivity is dependent on location Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2022
Did Truss authorise ‘war risk’ provocation over Black Sea?
A UK Boeing RC-135W Rivet Joint spy plane was ordered to approach Russian territory in a Cold-War-style provocation just days after Liz Truss’s mini-budget collapsed Continue Reading
By- Duncan Campbell , 2QQ Ltd, Sussex University
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News
20 Oct 2022
Broadband majors, altnets respond to cost-of-living crisis
With latest UK inflation figures set to see comms contracts rise, industry reacts to mitigate against worst effects of price rises for customers and staff Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Oct 2022
NBN selects Nokia 5G mmWave FWA technology for connectivity refresh
Much-criticised Australian national broadband infrastructure sees first large-scale, long-reach 5G mmWave FWA deployment in urban, suburban and rural environments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Oct 2022
BT reveals role of robotics, IoT to transform and automate agriculture
First fruits revealed of leading UK telco’s dedicated telecoms civil engineering robotics test facility, designed to help fibre network development Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Oct 2022
Vodafone, Altice create a fibre-to-the-home joint venture in Germany
A 50/50 joint venture partnership aims to build on operator’s next-generation network with broadband firm’s industrial expertise and proven fibre-to-the-home construction capabilities, enabling gigabit connectivity to customers in Germany Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2022
Neos Networks announces business-grade managed dedicated internet access
UK fibre connectivity supplier announces launch of the managed variant of its dedicated internet access service, providing businesses with fully managed, enterprise-grade, fibre-optic internet connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2022
GBI taps Nokia to enhances optical network capacity between Middle East and Europe
Cloud, connectivity and content enabler undertakes optical network capacity upgrade between key markets to scale wavelength speed by a factor of x4 to offer high-speed connectivity across subsea cable and terrestrial network links Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2022
UK government needs to rapidly fulfil full-fibre ambitions
Review of progress of the government’s Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review identifies 5G and full-fibre roll-out as key factors to achieve nationwide economic growth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Oct 2022
UK gigabit broadband expansion rolls on for CityFibre, Hyperoptic
Deployment in South Yorkshire adds to largest independent provider’s estate as part of £8bn development plan, while fibre provider announces internal and external milestones as it clocks up 11 years in business Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Oct 2022
Community Fibre secures £985m finance facility
London and South East-based gigabit connectivity provider announces massive cash injection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Oct 2022
Small businesses bask in broadband benefits as UK full-fibre reaches 11 million homes
As more SMEs shift towards hybrid working, better broadband becomes a priority. Studies from research firm and UK comms regulator show full-fibre availability is on the increase, with almost two in five able to access services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Oct 2022
UK a broadband laggard as altnets grab share from incumbents
Ookla overview of UK broadband market reveals that while fibre development is accelerating throughout the country, median fixed broadband download and upload speeds compare badly with global market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Oct 2022
Three-quarters of business professionals want to embrace the metaverse
Study from networking systems, services and software company reveals business professionals’ interest in metaverse pointing to utilising more immersive and connected digital applications in the workplace Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Sep 2022
Hyperoptic, Community Fibre take gigabit highway to Islington
Inner London local authority signs deal so that more than 90% of homes and businesses will be connected to gigabit by August 2025, including 50 community hubs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Sep 2022
UK government rolls out Project Gigabit to rural Teesdale
£6.6m contract granted in north-east England as part of national programme to upgrade broadband for hard-to-reach premises, with GoFibre engaged as principal contractor for build out Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Sep 2022
Neos Networks to connect Viking Wind Farm to SSE Renewables HQ
Business connectivity provider constructs communications links between wind farm being built on Scottish island and headquarters on mainland more than 300 miles away with machine-to-machine network to control and monitor performance of wind turbines remotely Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Sep 2022
Businesses see fixed broadband charges rise as average bandwidth increases
Latest roundup of global fixed broadband arena shows residential consumers reaping speed and cost rewards of fibre proliferation, while B2B subscribers see little improvement in bandwidth versus monthly charges Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
20 Sep 2022
A gold medal performance for networking
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how the IT team behind the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham delivered a winning performance. We also look at how the centuries-old London insurance market is going digital, thanks to Lloyd’s of London. And we find out how low-cost high street stores succumbed to the inevitable and are going online. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2022
Linksys lines up deals with UK gigabit ISPs for Wi-Fi 6 mesh solutions
Business Wi-Fi networking solutions firm partners with growing UK full-fibre gigabit broadband ISPs to offer mesh wireless network systems claimed to deliver four times faster coverage across the home Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Sep 2022
Smartphone trade-in value rises as average age of devices breaks 3.5-year threshold
Analysis of mobile trade-ins reveals increasing handset longevity and rising value of used devices, with US$767m returned to US buyers in the second quarter Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Sep 2022
Nokia boosts business software to enhance time to value
Leading communications technology provider strengthens software portfolio to focus on security, automation and monetisation, while introducing digital ecosystem programme to accelerate innovation through collaboration with partners and customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Sep 2022
Gigaclear selects EXFO fibre monitoring to assist rapid network expansion
Developer of test, monitoring and analytics services engaged by UK ISP for remote fibre testing and monitoring offering to improve efficiency of deployment and fault identification Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Sep 2022
Full-fibre gathers pace as Lightning strikes across South East while CityFibre looks north
East Sussex-based altnet spreads its wings across coastal regions of southern England with fibre offer into two neighbouring counties, as leading independent provider lands in Hartlepool Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Sep 2022
Third of IT decision-makers rely on gut feel when choosing network operator
Study from customer experience technology provider shows lack of transparency is cited as the most consistent quality failure of network providers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
09 Sep 2022
CW Europe: Why Russia could become the world’s biggest market for illegal IT
Faced with international sanctions and the departure of many global IT suppliers from Russia, companies there are seeking alternative, and sometimes illegal, routes to access IT products. Also read how new requirements are driving scientists and engineers in Europe back to the lab to start developing 6G technology. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2022
EE upgrades 5G network across 14 new UK locations
BT-owned MNO extends mid-band next-generation network capability across 14 UK towns and cities to support the latest 5G smartphones and pay monthly mobile plans Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Sep 2022
Qualcomm adds bite to Snapdragon platform
Just days after kicking off IFA show outlining plans to embed its Wi-Fi, 5G and satellite connectivity technology to drive connected experiences in a world that Qualcomm sees as one where everything is intelligent and everyone connected, chip giant launches new version of core mobile platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Sep 2022
ScottishPower charges up connectivity with BT
Leading UK telecoms provider enters into strategic partnership with Glasgow-based integrated energy company in to help connect renewable growth and provide integrated and bespoke telecommunications services to approximately 100 locations across the UK, France, and Germany Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Sep 2022
Rugby try for full-fibre connectivity as CityFibre reveals value of Wolverhampton gigabit
Warwickshire town named as the next location in line for a multimillion-pound digital full-fibre investment, while data is released showing potential benefits of such infrastructures in Black Country urban environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Sep 2022
Giganet takes Cuckoo under wing to further full-fibre ambitions
Acquisition of full-fibre ISP described as marking a meeting of minds at a time when gigabit broadband consumers deserve more from the internet, while the UK’s largest independent broadband provider claims landmark in fibre delivery in Derby Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Sep 2022
Energie AG, Austria lights up optical transport network
Austrian energy supply and infrastructure company invests in optical transport network spanning 7,000km to improve customers’ experience and gain opportunity to grow by scaling as it broadens customer base Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Sep 2022
Community Fibre claims UK first with 5 Gbps broadband for businesses
London and South of England fibre broadband provider expands out of consumer-focused sweet spot and claims new benchmark for gigabit business connectivity package Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Sep 2022
Samsung to deliver private 5G network systems to South Korea’s public, private sectors
IT and comms giant lands contract to provide 5G private network solutions to five government agencies and private institutions in South Korea as part of a government initiative to advance the country’s private 5G ecosystem Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Sep 2022
Full-fibre roll-out furthers pace in eastern UK and the Midlands
Leading independent carrier-neutral full-fibre platform CityFibre reveals plans to invest more than £14m in network across Northamptonshire town, as Hull-based wholesale fibre company MS3 Networks extends key business partnership to deliver full-fibre broadband services to homes and businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Aug 2022
NTT, VMware team to develop fully managed Edge+Private 5G offering as a service
Edge-as-a-service offer designed to enable Industry 4.0 to gain instant access to data where it is generated or collected and harness it to drive positive, powerful business outcomes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Aug 2022
Project Gigabit broadband plan covers 70% of UK homes, businesses
Project Gigabit contract awarded on UK’s Jurassic coastline, putting more than 7,000 hard-to-reach properties in the broadband fast lane by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Aug 2022
British broadband boosted further by Swish Fibre and Truespeed
Fast-growing UK altnet signals long-term ambition to become a national broadband provider with the launch of a new Yorkshire subsidiary, while Bath-based full-fibre provider claims step-change in its mission to bring the south-west out of the digital slow lane in partnership with Adtran to enhance network with XGS-PON technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Aug 2022
Juniper unveils AI-driven switch and enhanced AIOps capabilities
Network provider announces series of enterprise-grade wired access switches to connect to modern microservices cloud and artificial intelligence platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Aug 2022
Nokia, Furukawa accelerate Optical LAN in Latin America
Leading global communications technology provider strikes up partnership with network cabling specialist to bring benefits of optical local area network connectivity to Latin American enterprise market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
24 Aug 2022
When network performance is the name of the Games
Major sporting events are now major IT and networking events. For Aruba, being in charge of networking for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games meant 20 simultaneous major projects - how did it go? Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Aug 2022
Altice gets regulatory green light for added stake in BT
Despite previous worries by UK government of potential threat to levelling-up agenda on broadband, corporate regulatory probe finds no issue with increase in stakeholding by long-rumoured potential buyer of UK incumbent telco Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Aug 2022
Giganet taps Neos Networks to drive UK gigabit broadband expansion
UK fibre connectivity supplier provides what it says is crucial back-haul capability to allow growing established internet service provider to offer regional and national high-speed fibre connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Aug 2022
Ogi ramps up full-fibre broadband roll-out across south Wales
Leading Welsh broadband provider reveals the latest areas designated for full-fibre connectivity as part of its broadband digital infrastructure programme, bringing the total to 38 Welsh towns and villages Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Aug 2022
CityFibre looks to power next phase of growth with brand update
Corporate brand refresh is designed to help cement firm’s increasing prominence in UK full-fibre arena, addressing what it says is consumer confusion across the broadband market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Aug 2022
Freedom Fibre onboards business customers as CityFibre announces Newark net
More momentum in UK fibre market as altnet makes business play and third-largest network company announces expansion in Midlands Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Aug 2022
Indian semiconductor component market to hit $300bn by 2026
India’s semiconductor component market will see cumulative revenues climb to $300bn by 2026, amid growing demand for mobile devices and industrial products Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
15 Aug 2022
England and Wales councils unprepared for PSTN withdrawal in 2025
Freedom of information act request reveals worrying finding that over half of councils in England and Wales have no strategy for the prospective withdrawal of traditional PSTN communications networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Aug 2022
UK government aims to allow struggling families access to cheaper broadband
New support scheme designed to enable customers to give permission to broadband providers to confirm their eligibility for cheaper deals Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
12 Aug 2022
Spine-leaf (spine-leaf architecture)
Spine-leaf, or leaf-spine, is a two-layer network topology composed of spine and leaf switches. Continue Reading
By- Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
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News
12 Aug 2022
CityFibre begins £30m full-fibre build out in Rochdale
UK’s third largest infrastructure provider continues with its cross-UK gigabit fibre rollout in Lancashire town to benefit residents, businesses and services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Aug 2022
Cisco averts cyber disaster after successful phishing attack
A potentially serious cyber attack on Cisco’s systems that began after a threat actor successfully exploited an employee’s carelessly secured credentials was thwarted without major damage Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Aug 2022
Brsk announces new full-fibre roll-out region as CityFibre focuses on Warwickshire
Pace quickens on UK gigabit broadband market as growing altnet provider and nation’s third-largest network take more full-fibre to non-urban English shires Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Aug 2022
Zzoomm, Jurassic Fibre aim to advance full-fibre gigabit broadband across non-urban UK
Pan-UK full-fibre gigabit broadband provider inks tech partnership to deploy broadband connections offering download speeds up to 10 Gbps while South West-based internet service provider announces start of ultrafast broadband network build in Cornwall Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Aug 2022
Shipyard workers don smart glasses in 5G testbed
Shipyard workers at Singapore’s Keppel Offshore and Marine can view work instructions on their smart glasses, pull out real-time data about their equipment and receive remote guidance in a range of operational tasks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
02 Aug 2022
Welsh rural areas, poorer people suffering from ‘sub-par, unreliable’ broadband
Report from Welsh parliament highlights ‘disappointment’ that so many in the country are unable to access superfast broadband Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Aug 2022
Operator and VC consortium makes £4.5bn UK fibre play with Virgin Media O2
Adding to existing infrastructure, Liberty Global, Telefónica and InfraVia Capital Partners form joint venture to construct and operate a wholesale fibre-to-the-home broadband network in the UK covering up to seven million premises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jul 2022
Fibre forges ahead but global fixed broadband shows varied growth in Q1 2022
Report from Point Topic finds fixed broadband subscriber numbers growing in 90% of covered territories, with FTTH accelerating. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jul 2022
Virgin Media O2 shows return to revenue growth and improved profitability
Merged company increases its fixed and mobile customer base with 8,000 fixed and 13,000 mobile contract net adds, leading to revenue and Ebitda improvements Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jul 2022
BT sees challenging Q1 but beats the heat to ‘smash’ network development objectives
UK incumbent telco ends first quarter facing continued challenging enterprise market conditions offsetting growth in other segments, in particular strong growth of business with core fibre and 5G network assets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jul 2022
Virgin Media O2 Business to provide dark fibre for all Proximity edge datacentres
Fixed wholesale connectivity arm of Virgin Media O2 Business announces initiative with network of regional carrier-neutral edge datacentres to bolster customer choice for low-latency services across UK edge colocation portfolio Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jul 2022
Netomnia, Truespeed advance UK altnets’ full-fibre march
Company claiming to be the UK’s fastest-growing wholesale fibre broadband operator expands reach across swathe of UK while Southwest England provider racks up 300 gigabit business customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jul 2022
Gigabit Networks brings ‘futuristic’ broadband to Wolverhampton
Regional UK ISP adds to its growing reach across UK Midlands with 930Mpbs connectivity offer based on CityFibre infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jul 2022
CityFibre to upgrade all networks to 10Gbps XGS-PON technology
Boosting considerably the capability of its rapidly growing network, full-fibre provider, in partnership with Calix and Nokia, announces that 10Gbps XGS-PON access technology will be deployed as standard across full infrastructure from April 2023 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jul 2022
Hyperoptic hails new-build fibre broadband milestone
Altnet connects more than six-digit amount of new-build homes to its full-fibre network in UK and announces agreements to connect a similar number of new-build properties over the next 12 months Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2022
Cost-of-living crisis drives UK consumers to rethink connectivity needs
EY survey reveals that despite general demands for hybrid and remote working, UK households are concerned by rising home technology costs amid the cost-of-living crisis Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2022
CityFibre reveals full-fibre economic boost to Swindon, pilots virtualised network service delivery
Full-fibre platform provider trials Edgility Suite for rapid, cost-effective delivery of value-added services for business ISPs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2022
Connexin extends gigabit proposition with Wisper Broadband acquisition
As it continues to grow its fibre offering in the region, Hull-based IoT and digital infrastructure specialist undertakes buyout of local internet service provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jul 2022
Nokia deploys passive optical LAN at Orange France, delivers 5G for AT&T Mexico
Leading comms tech provider strikes partnership with French operator to deploy a passive optical LAN service at more than 20 sites across the country Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
11 Jul 2022
intermediate distribution frame (IDF)
An intermediate distribution frame (IDF) is a free-standing or wall-mounted rack for managing and interconnecting a telecommunications cable between end-user devices and the main distribution frame (MDF). Continue Reading
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11 Jul 2022
Southern Cross announces world’s longest single-span submarine 400GbE net
Supplier of international capacity to carriers and ISPs in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region launches Southern Cross NEXT cable, aiming to pave the way for of 400GbE services across a 15,840km network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Jul 2022
Vodafone, Virgin Media O2 commit to mobile access across London Underground
Global communications infrastructure provider announces that all four major mobile networks have now committed to high-speed 4G and 5G-ready mobile connectivity across the Tube network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly