Networking and communication
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04 Nov 2024
How AI is impacting global connectivity
Jürgen Hatheier, international CTO of Ciena, discusses the role of connectivity in the age of artificial intelligence and how the company is helping service providers navigate this transformative period Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
25 Oct 2024
How Infoblox is tackling multicloud complexity and boosting security
Infoblox CEO Scott Harrell discusses the company’s new Universal DDI service designed to address the growing challenges of managing network security in hybrid IT environments Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Definition
07 Dec 2022
electrostatic field
When two objects in each other's vicinity have different electrical charges, an electrostatic field exists between them. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2022
Industrial IoT focus of next NCSC startup challenge
The NCSC for Startups programme is looking for innovative ideas to encrypt and secure the industrial internet of things Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
06 Dec 2022
Wireless security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 differences
As wireless networks have evolved, so have the protocols for securing them. Get an overview of WLAN security standards, and learn the differences among WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3. Continue Reading
By- Alissa Irei, Senior Site Editor
- Jessica Scarpati
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E-Zine
06 Dec 2022
Is Twitter still safe, and should you stop using the platform?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, with a litany of security and compliance issues caused by Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, we ask if it’s still safe for enterprises. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the technologies and best practices behind data visualisation. And we look at the emerging devices for accessing the metaverse. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2022
How HashiCorp is driving cloud provisioning and management
HashiCorp CEO Dave McJannet talks up how the company is supporting cloud provisioning in a hybrid environment and its investments in Asia-Pacific to capitalise on the region’s growth potential Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
05 Dec 2022
Vodafone CEO Nick Read steps down
As telco operator battles with delivering shareholder value, it has decided it needs a new CEO Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
04 Dec 2022
How Bosch is driving Industry 4.0 in India
Bosch India is leveraging advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to detect manufacturing defects and plans to tap quantum computing for material simulation Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Dec 2022
iterative DNS query
An iterative DNS query is a request for a website name or URL. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2022
Siemens, Qualcomm collaborate on 5G smart building networks
Leading wireless platform provider teams with intelligent, adaptive infrastructure division of German technology giant mobile chip giant to show how firms working in the built environment can intelligently use 5G for building automation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Dec 2022
NBN Co, Ericsson team to transform fixed wireless access network
Ericsson and company that manages national broadband infrastructure in Australia announce new 10-year partnership to secure the supply of next-generation 5G technology that will deliver enhanced coverage and speed across the fixed wireless access portion of network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Dec 2022
Communications runs in his blood
Symbio Connect CEO Giorgio Mihaila has spent more than two decades in a career dotted with roles at major communications technology providers Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Dec 2022
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a security standard for computing devices equipped with wireless internet connections. Continue Reading
By- Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
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Definition
01 Dec 2022
telemetry
Telemetry is the automatic measurement and wireless transmission of data from remote sources. Continue Reading
By- Nick Barney, Technology Writer
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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
- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
- Meike Eijsberg
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News
01 Dec 2022
UK government accelerates satellite, fibre gigabit broadband access to remote regions
Mountain rescue base and 12th century abbey set to gain from government test of satellites to connect remote locations, while work also begins to connect 60,000 rural premises in North West England Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Dec 2022
Wi-Fi ‘essential’ to bridge the digital divide in rural areas
Report from trade association for wireless communications sets out strategies for mobile operators, fibre providers and cable companies to serve the estimated billion people unconnected to Wi-Fi Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Dec 2022
Expectation gap appears between users and managers with hybrid working IT
Research from Canon Europe finds that while more than three-quarters of IT decision-makers believe their company provides the right technology to enable people to do their jobs regardless of location, a fifth are providing their own IT equipment and struggling to get remote IT support Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Dec 2022
Global 5G market defies macroeconomic challenges
Research from Ericsson shows 5G continues to scale faster than any previous mobile generation, with subscriptions expected to reach five billion by the end of 2028 and fixed wireless access forecast set to grow more quickly than previously expected Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
30 Nov 2022
routing table
A routing table is a set of rules, often viewed in table format, that's used to determine where data packets traveling over an Internet Protocol (IP) network will be directed. Continue Reading
By- Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
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News
30 Nov 2022
SMEs put faith in communications technology
Study from orchestration and digital platform provider shows a ‘new’ kind of small and medium-sized enterprise market, with companies already adopting connectivity technology for business resilience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Nov 2022
Nearly $1bn in mobile trade-ins and upgrades in third quarter of 2022
Just more than halfway into what is always the market’s busiest quarter, quarterly analysis of smartphone trade-in and upgrade industry reveals a third quarter of 2022 with the amount returned estimated at $970m, making this the highest third quarter recorded Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Nov 2022
eSIM proves green credentials
Independent study by provider of adapted system integration technologies at wafer, chip and board level confirms eSIM as an environmentally friendly SIM solution Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
29 Nov 2022
wireless ad hoc network (WANET)
A wireless ad hoc network (WANET) is a type of local area network (LAN) that is built spontaneously to enable two or more wireless devices to be connected to each other without requiring typical network infrastructure equipment, such as a wireless router or access point. Continue Reading
By- Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks
- Corinne Bernstein
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Feature
29 Nov 2022
Extended reality can be empathic reality
In the metaverse, eliciting empathy might become an important feature for many applications, including gaming and industrial uses, and there is even the potential that applications that focus on emphatic results will create their own market niche Continue Reading
By- Martin Schwirn, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Nov 2022
Public safety 5G networks represent $700m opportunity
Research on public safety broadband and mission-critical communications over 3GPP networks predicts that cumulative spending on deployable network assets in sectors will exceed $700m between 2022 and 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Nov 2022
1&1, Orange seal worldwide international roaming agreement
German startup telco and global operator take advantage of 5G OpenRAN technology to offer users seamless automatic network performance and quality, even when outside home territory Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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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
25 Nov 2022
Pharrowtech expands next-gen mmWave capabilities to the UK
Global 5G millimetre-wave wireless tech leader Pharrowtech accelerates hiring and opens two new offices as it grows its product and development capabilities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Nov 2022
BT aims to reign in industry where connectivity is king
In the latest part of its drive to evolve from a telco to a techco, BT unveils range of 5G-enabled robotics systems and reveals how it is driving the evolution of advanced communications in industrial applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Nov 2022
Internet of things market continues to surge
China and US to drive world adoption of internet of things with global demand for smart offerings from industrial to security use cases still rising Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
24 Nov 2022
XR and the real world: Feedback loops and spillovers
As the metaverse develops, the realism of advanced extended reality applications could allow users to take experiences, interests and strategies with them into the real world – creating spillovers from virtual to real worlds Continue Reading
By- Martin Schwirn, 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
24 Nov 2022
Profits fall but Zoom maintains revenue momentum in Q3
Breakout collaboration service maintains momentum for rising revenues in third fiscal quarter of 2022 with significant rise in number of customers contributing more than $100,000 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Nov 2022
Warriors joins other NBA teams in building smart arenas
The Golden State Warriors installed 250 Wi-Fi 6E access points in Chase Center to deliver high-speed internet almost anywhere in the arena. Faster networks are a trend in the NBA. Continue Reading
By- Mary Reines, News Writer
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Tip
22 Nov 2022
LEO satellite communications come to Earth
Apple, T-Mobile and others are kicking off early satellite communications projects. Direct satellite communications should become available on some new midband 5G phones in 2024. Continue Reading
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22 Nov 2022
Ericsson makes multi-million pound investment in UK 6G research programme
Leading comms tech provider unveils investment initiative set to boost UK research capabilities and drive global development of 6G future communications and standards 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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E-Zine
22 Nov 2022
Cyber criminals target World Cup Qatar 2022
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as the FIFA World Cup opens in Qatar, we examine the cyber security threats from criminals targeting the event. We report from the Gartner Symposium on the latest predictions for enterprise software development. And we talk to the CIO of Kyiv City Council about managing IT in the shadow of war. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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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
Virgin Media feels strain from Warzone, teams with TIP for Dublin Wi-Fi
Comms provider sees busiest day on record for UK data consumption, and teams with local authority in Irish capital to trial open, disaggregated Wi-Fi network with goal to provide city centre with free wireless internet access 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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Feature
18 Nov 2022
Best practices for enterprise CBRS deployment
Enterprises can use CBRS spectrum to deploy private cellular networks that offer reliable and predictable coverage. Learn about installation, AP mounting and device compatibility. Continue Reading
By- Jennifer English, Executive Editor
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News
18 Nov 2022
Enterprises embrace SD-WAN but miss benefits of integrated approach to security
Research from managed network and security services provider finds virtually all enterprises have deployed software-defined wide area networks or plan to do so within the next 24 months, but nearly half reported they either don’t have security integrated with SD-WAN or have no specific SD-WAN security at all 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
17 Nov 2022
Nokia, TPG Telecom set new 5G uplink speed record in Australia
Operator and comms tech provider claim 2Gbps upstream, stressing the criticality of fast uplink speed to support industrial and IoT applications running over next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
16 Nov 2022
3 types of wireless site surveys and how to conduct them
Network teams can avoid signal coverage issues by performing different wireless site surveys as they evaluate new spaces, set up sites and operate the network. Continue Reading
By- David Jacobs, The Jacobs Group
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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
16 Nov 2022
Infovista, Gigamon assure greater flexibility and connectivity for 5G networks
Network lifecycle automation firm and deep observability company forge partnership to address digital transformation and next-generation challenges in areas such as network slicing and SLA monetisation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Nov 2022
Global network fragmentation a source of increasing risk
Risk consultancy’s report says the weaponisation of cyber space and geopolitical clashes herald a breakdown of global networks into distinct regional or national architectures Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Nov 2022
5G gains pace, gigabit steady as Vodafone faces off H1 headwinds
Comms group claims significant progress with portfolio strategy in the first half of FY23 to create industrial scale, enable accelerated growth and unlock value and sees service revenue growth of 2.5% Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Nov 2022
Wi-Fi Alliance says momentum underscores need for entire 6GHz spectrum
Consortium of companies delivering products and services based on key wireless technology insists that recent new product availability and large-scale deployments from its members demonstrate readiness of Wi-Fi 6E standard Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Nov 2022
Hispasat, Sencinet expand satellite broadband in Mexico
New agreement between managed services and solutions network integrator and satellite communications operator expands and extends currently contracted capacity until December 2024 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Nov 2022
Orange takes 5G to Africa
New healthcare, education and security services to be enabled in Southern African country as global telco unveils first affiliate in continent of Africa to launch 5G commercially Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Nov 2022
Private 5G drives sustainable and agile industrial operations
Consortium of companies spanning industrial automation, 5G networking infrastructure technology and network service provision team up to enable industrial private 5G application uses cases within manufacturing and process operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
14 Nov 2022
phase
In electronic signaling, a phase is the position of a wave at a point in time (instant) on a waveform cycle. Continue Reading
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14 Nov 2022
Orange Belgium sets new 5G standard in Liège
Belgian subsidiary of global telco adds to portfolio of 5G Labs in the country, showcasing new 5G use cases together with industries local to key city of Wallonia 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
11 Nov 2022
Qualcomm claims 5G standalone mmWave milestone in China
Noting 5G standalone mmWave is poised to unlock new capabilities for enterprises, mobile chip giant reveals high-level mmWave performance in anticipation of commercial deployment in China Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
10 Nov 2022
leaky bucket algorithm
The leaky bucket algorithm is a "traffic shaping" algorithm to reduce the load the transport layer places on the network layer and reduce congestion in the network. Continue Reading
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10 Nov 2022
5G industry innovates towards next-generation wireless networks
New whitepaper from industry trade organisation for leading telecommunications service providers and manufacturers explores foundations of 6G wireless communications in 2030 and beyond Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Answer
10 Nov 2022
What is the difference between WLAN and Wi-Fi?
Although the terms WLAN and Wi-Fi are used interchangeably, the two wireless technologies differ. Wireless LAN uses radio technology to connect nodes, while Wi-Fi is a type of WLAN. Continue Reading
By- Lee Badman
- Tessa Parmenter, Contributor
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News
10 Nov 2022
OneWeb spreads satellite connectivity wings into Asia and Africa
UK government-backed satellite broadband provider announces distribution partnership with satellite service company in Oman and the Middle East, and appoints connectivity services provider for government and enterprise customers across Africa Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Nov 2022
Ericsson, Technical University of Sofia to prepare students for 5G-ready future
Leading Bulgarian education establishment collaborates with comms tech provider to deploy programme that builds 5G ICT skills for the future, including 64 hours of training on 5G technology and standards Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Nov 2022
SES Eagle-1 to fly on Arianespace to offer quantum connectivity
Launch date confirmed for Eagle-1 satellite for European Space Agency’s end-to-end quantum key distribution system Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Nov 2022
Largest 5,000 enterprises to increase WAN spend by 44% by 2026
Research predicts that revenue from port charges, software-defined wide area network and broadband will grow, while legacy networking’s contribution to overall market revenue set to decrease by 55% by 2026 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
09 Nov 2022
nibble
In computing and digital technology, a nibble is four consecutive binary digits or half of an 8-bit byte. Continue Reading
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News
09 Nov 2022
British broadband customers blast proposed mid-contract bill rises
Four in five Brits regard planned mid-contract price increases as unfair and want their monthly bills to stay the same for the duration of their deals, says Uswitch.com Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Nov 2022
Qualcomm, Renault go up a gear in electric vehicle partnership
Leading car manufacturer and mobile technologies firm announce plan to enter a strategic long-term cooperation, encompassing co-development of high-performance computing platforms based on Snapdragon Digital Chassis Solutions for next generation of software-defined vehicles 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
08 Nov 2022
Samsung claims 5G mmWave FWA milestone in Australia
Company set up to run Australian national broadband infrastructure hits milestones in 5G mobile during trials, achieving what is said to be an industry-leading speed of 1.75Gbps at a distance of 10km Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Nov 2022
TIP 5G plans to pave the way to transform private 5G network economics
Following what it says was a successful trial led by a group dedicated to the key element of next-generation mobile networks, TIP 5G releases connectivity blueprint 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
Motorola plots Emergency Services Network exit
On the back of a stinging report, Motorola begins exit strategy from UK Emergency Services Network, which is revealed to have acted as a $147m fixed asset impairment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Nov 2022
Gartner Symposium: Welcome to the age of force multipliers
Tech has always been asked to do more with less. Gartner says that if applied correctly, smart IT decisions offer multiple benefits simultaneously Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
07 Nov 2022
InterDigital awarded five Horizon Europe 6G flagship projects
EU’s smart networks and services joint undertaking announces funding for 35 flagship mobile network projects based on 6G technology worth €250m Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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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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Tip
04 Nov 2022
16 PowerShell commands for network troubleshooting
These 16 Windows PowerShell cmdlets, including Get-NetIPAddress and Test-Connection, help network administrators troubleshoot their network environments. Continue Reading
By- Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction
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Tip
04 Nov 2022
Troubleshoot wireless network connection problems in 10 steps
When troubleshooting wireless network issues, several scenarios can emerge. But valuable end-user insights can help network administrators root out problems. Continue Reading
By- Lee Badman
- Lisa Phifer, Core Competence
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News
04 Nov 2022
UK government approach to space industry lacks coherence and investment
As satellite broadband industry rockets, report from Commons Science and Technology Committee criticises government’s failures in key technical areas and continues to question value to taxpayer of OneWeb joint venture Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Nov 2022
Networks division stars as SES shows solid Q3 2022
Global satellite operator continues to benefit from its pivot away from video and to business connectivity, reporting a positive third quarter but continued revenue decline for its video business Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Nov 2022
Virgin Media O2 claims strong strategic and operational progress in Q3
UK comms provider publishes third-quarter results highlighting accelerated Ebitda growth since merger of mobile telco and cable operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Nov 2022
BT sees fibre and 5G advances in H1
After ‘building and connecting like fury’, UK incumbent telco claims to be remaining on the front foot in current turbulent times and nears nine million mark in fibre deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
02 Nov 2022
standing wave ratio (SWR)
Standing wave ratio (SWR) is the ratio of the maximum magnitude or amplitude of a standing wave to its minimum magnitude. Continue Reading
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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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Feature
02 Nov 2022
9 steps for wireless network planning and design
Wireless network planning may appear daunting. But IT teams can tackle this task in nine key phases, which include capacity, redundancy and site surveys. Continue Reading
By- Jennifer English, Executive 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
02 Nov 2022
Tech to drive collaboration and fend off recession at UK medium firms
Report from Virgin Media O2 Business finds almost half of medium-sized businesses want more IT support to help drive their business ambition and with such firms’ employees only spending a quarter of their time in the office, cutting-edge tech is needed to help them collaborate and work smarter 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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News
01 Nov 2022
UK hybrid workers feel the strain
Survey reveals that UK homeworkers suffer most in Europe from a poor working experience, in turn leading to knock-on negative effect in customer experience due to lack of space Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Oct 2022
EE takes AIR for greater energy efficiency in revamped 5G radio net
BT Group mobile division deploys Swedish comms tech provider’s Massive MIMO radio equipment across key UK sites, accelerating 5G deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Oct 2022
Scotland 5G Centre officially launches its 5G Innovation Hub in Ayrshire
National centre for accelerating the deployment and adoption of 5G in Scotland and realising its economic and societal potential unveils latest hub in Ayrshire in partnership with Vodafone and HALO Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Oct 2022
Huawei launches all-band 5G series
Chinese comms tech provider unveils new concept in next-generation mobile communications with set of solutions designed to facilitate the evolution of all bands to 5G infrastructure 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
28 Oct 2022
Virgin Media O2 trials 5G drone in Snowdonia
Comms operator trials new 5G drone technology to increase safety for millions of visitors at North Wales national park, delivering network coverage to remote areas and helping emergency services to respond to distress calls better Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
28 Oct 2022
What's the difference between 802.11ac vs. 802.11ax?
The difference between 802.11ac and 802.11ax is significant. The two wireless standards differ notably in features such as AP capacity, spatial streams and data rates. Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2022
Webex looks to enhance customer experiences for digital era
Leading collaboration technology provider reveals what it claims is a unique functionality that can deliver a fully integrated UCaaS, CCaaS and CPaaS portfolio to improve customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2022
FYUZ 2022: Telecom Infra Project, Intel launch metaverse mMIMO collaboration
Global community designed to drive infrastructure services to advance global connectivity enters into partnership with chip giant Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2022
Singapore’s met service to get new supercomputer
The Meteorological Service Singapore is getting a new Cray supercomputer to improve weather forecasting and tropical climate research Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget