Networking and communication

Virgin Media O2, Samsung deploy multiple live 4G, 5G sites across UK

UK mobile operator announces successful completion of multiple live site deployments in its 4G and 5G estates Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK 5G nets ready for gaming explosion

Research reveals UK gamers are ready for a ‘post-console’ future, enabled by 5G connectivity, cloud and the metaverse Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

WatchGuard firewall users urged to patch Cyclops Blink vulnerability

The US authorities have seen fit to add the WatchGuard vulnerability used by Sandworm to build the Cyclops Blink botnet to its list of must-patch vulnerabilities Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Alef announces mobile enterprise network in 60 minutes without 5G

Mobile network-as-a-service provider claims a new category in wireless networking, allowing enterprises to create a private mobile network inside a firewall within an hour without 5G or knowledge of 3GPP standards Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Scotland 5G Centre issues call to business for improved healthcare delivery

S5GC launches innovation challenge to use advanced connectivity to transform and improve healthcare delivery in Scotland, with three shortlisted projects to receive access to a private 5G testbed Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

PassiveLogic to get more active in smart building tech with $15m funding

Global alternative asset manager partners with provider of autonomous building systems and foundation technology for smart cities to bring the first general-purpose autonomous platform to the building market Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

TU Kaiserslautern demos automatic eSIM download for standalone private 5G network

German engineering and science-focused research university demonstrates the interoperability of compatriot global security group’s eSIM management technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Aryaka addresses accelerating European customer demand with Paris services PoP

As European businesses are hit by supply chain issues, telcos issues and a disrupted workforce, SD-WAN and SASE provider Aryaka claims to guarantee network and application performance through new Paris service point of presence Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Netomnia, YouFibre secure further funding for fibre roll-out

As it works towards its target of a million premises passed in the next two years, growing altnet and ISP partner secure significant cash injection to support rapid scaling of multi-gigabit fibre broadband network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK altnet demands regulatory probe into broadband mid-contract price hikes

UK full-fibre broadband provider ‘startled’ to see majority of broadband customers are unaware of being locked into large-scale price rises Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone extends 5G network across UK

Latest part of Vodafone network modernisation programme to improve the 4G and 5G experience while retiring 3G networks sees next-generation mobile infrastructure deployed in towns and cities across the UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Raspberry Pi Foundation ditches default username policy

Raspberry Pi owners will no longer be able to use the default ‘pi’ username, as the Raspberry Pi Foundation clamps down on insecure practices Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Connectivity network operator 01T unveils high-capacity Global Network Exchange

Network operator claims revolution in edge networking, planned to provide multi-services with simplicity and optimised connectivity built for agile, secure and high-capacity data transfer Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G overtakes 3G on Three UK network

Operator’s Mobile Britain 2022 report reveals how nation is making the best of connectivity and reveals that 5G handset usage quadrupled in 2021 and use of its 5G network has increased by 385% since 2020 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Parlem Telecom demos 5G online shopping with augmented reality, real-time products

Catalan operator teams with Cellnex Telecom, Lenovo and Red.es to create a system designed to transform e-commerce in local shops by offering virtual users an immersive shopping experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

US shuts down Russia’s Cyclops Blink botnet operation

Operation by US authorities has taken the Russia-attributed Cyclops Blink botnet ‘off the board’ Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Open System Authentication (OSA)

Open System Authentication (OSA) is a process by which a computer could gain access to a wireless network that uses the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protocol. Continue Reading

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• Paul Kirvan

UK government backs trial of full-fibre broadband delivery through water pipes

Novel means to advance national gigabit connectivity roll-out sees Yorkshire test of full-fibre broadband deployment via drinking water mains Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

mobile service provider

A mobile service provider (MSP) is a company that offers mobile communication services to users of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet PCs. Continue Reading

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• Gavin Wright
• Bridget Botelho, Editorial Director, News

Telent takes the National Express to transform communications for buses across the West Midlands

Secure digital radio managed service from critical digital infrastructure technology specialist designed to deliver increased flexibility and performance to support leading regional bus provider’s operations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

A1 Digital makes right connections for intelligent empowerment of construction industry

Telco’s digital transformation subsidiary, with a business focus on the German market, announces participation in the Intelligent Empowerment of Construction Industry research project Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Lynk claims commercial-ready world’s first with cell-tower-in-space deployment

Satellite-direct-to-phone telecoms company announces the successful launch of what it says is the world’s first commercial-ready cell-tower-in-space, helping to solve the world’s ‘0G problem’ and enabling its subscribers to connect everywhere Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AAA server (authentication, authorization and accounting)

An AAA server is a server program that handles user requests for access to computer resources and, for an enterprise, provides authentication, authorization and accounting (AAA) services. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Amazon Project Kuiper gains orbit from Arianespace, Blue Origin, United Launch Alliance

Cloud giant claims the largest commercial procurement of launch vehicles in history with agreements to provide heavy-lift capacity for Project Kuiper to deploy most of its low Earth orbit constellation of 3,236 satellites Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Has Wi-Fi 6 stalled before it even got started?

The need for wireless internet connectivity is more crucial than ever. Wi-Fi 6 and 6E were supposed to meet that need, but some say that uptake has stalled. We see what is happening in wireless Continue Reading

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• Maxwell Cooter

UK broadband providers keep up pace of full-fibre deployment

Alternative network provider brsk gets brisk with gigabit deployment in West Yorkshire, Lancashire and South Manchester regions, while CityFibre makes next stage of £43m buildout in key southern location Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nasstar appointed to run new secure network on behalf of UK MoD

New SD-WAN developed for facilities management services provider as it works with Ministry of Defence to support applications ensuring secure connection to public and private cloud Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mavenir takes 5G packet core, Open RAN tech to operators in Portugal, India

Network software provider becomes Vodafone’s strategic 5G Core supplier in Portugal, enabling speeds of more than 1 Gbps in 5G Non-Standalone configuration based on Open RAN Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Entain bets on Syntropy to improve global network performance in sports gaming

Self-described ‘transformative Web3 connectivity company’ lands contract with sports betting and gaming giant to deploy global relay network with its decentralised autonomous routing protocol to connect global datacentres Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nour Global deploys SD-WAN for agile, bespoke networking for MENA enterprises

Global connectivity and ICT service provider launches multi-supplier software-defined wide area network to create what it says will be a bespoke networking service for enterprises across the Middle East and North Africa Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm accelerates advanced driver tech with Arriver acquisition

Chip giant will incorporate Arriver’s Computer Vision, Drive Policy and Driver Assistance assets into its Snapdragon Ride Platform portfolio of high-performance central compute and vision systems Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Office Wi-Fi may not cope with hybrid work

Continued growth of online meetings is triggering disruption across the employee productivity technology market, research from CCS Insight has found Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

The pros and cons of Netskope SASE

Netskope is undoubtedly a leader in the CASB market, but its limited security capabilities and lack of SD-WAN make Netskope an incomplete SASE offering. Continue Reading

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• Steve Garson, SD-WAN Experts

Telent provides fire, rescue comms refresh in preparation for ESN transition

Specialist in design, build, support and management of UK’s critical digital infrastructure announces refresh to provide end-to-end replacement of legacy networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Singapore enterprise comms and collaboration spend set for steady growth

The widespread enterprise adoption of remote operations that bolstered the demand for comms and collaboration products and services is set to persist Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AIS, ZTE, Qualcomm claim first for 5G NR-DC at 2.6GHz, 26GHz in Thailand 

Thai operator teams with comms tech providers for a ‘milestone’ in enhancing the capabilities of 5G network and ecosystem, showcasing 5G New Radio Dual Connectivity in the field achieving 8.5Gbps peak downlink speed and 2.17Gbps peak uplink speed with a single mobile device Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How X2M Connect is spreading the IoT word

Australian IoT technology provider X2M Connect has been making headway in key Asian markets, where sustainability and air and water quality are gaining more attention Continue Reading

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• Stephen Withers

Scotland 5G Centre opens two more ‘transformational’ 5G hubs

Latest part of £4m Scottish government funding package to accelerate the adoption of 5G sees next-gen communications centres opened in Aberdeen and Kilmarnock to boost the economy and encourage entrepreneurship Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon and Cisco collaborate to advance autonomous vehicle tech with streamlined architecture

Verizon and Cisco partner on proof-of-concept based on mobile edge compute, LTE connectivity and industrial IoT to rearchitect autonomous driving by virtualising roadside infrastructure to support low-latency requirements necessary for autonomous applications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia claims to prove case for 1Tbs per channel with Rakuten Mobile, develops Etisalat private 5G

Comms tech provider claims to have proved case for 1 Terabit per channel transmission in live network with Japanese operator while it works with mobile division of e& to launch 5G private wireless networks and support enterprise digital transformation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Digital Catapult suggests way forward for widespread 5G adoption at live events

Report from partner in UK government’s 5G testbed scheme explores potential of 5G Broadcast to transform spectator experience at live events such as football and motor racing Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Competitive pricing, network monitoring drive SD-WAN selection

Research reveals competitive pricing and monitoring features rank highest in companies’ software-defined wide area networking SD-WAN supplier selection, while WAN optimisation and standardisation rank lowest Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

HomeGrid Forum certifies first G.hn embedded module for industrial IoT

More support for industrial internet of things from industry alliance to promote recognised gigabit home networking technology, boosting device performance and resilience in industrial networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hybrid work offers markedly positive improvements to culture

Study finds effects that hybrid working is having on business culture, with nearly half of study across the globe feel diversity and inclusion has improved during the pandemic. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Undersea cable market steams ahead in Africa and Middle East

Twofold capacity increase supports East Africa’s digital transformation as work continues on Equiano subsea cable linking Africa to Europe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Manufacturers reveal concerns over tech readiness for hybrid work

Research reveals manufacturing firms must address both human and tech barriers relating to visibility of networks and the digital experience to create a sustainable and high-performing hybrid workplace Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Webex aims to reimagine hybrid work experiences

After one of the biggest shifts of how we work in decades, collaboration technology firm adds functionality innovations to help organisations personalise the hybrid work experience for employees and customers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Chunghwa Telecom taps Nokia tech for energy-efficient 5G network upgrade

New deal with Taiwanese operator claimed to see Nokia deploy solutions that unlock the full business potential of 5G enabled by its AirScale portfolio, and support a lower-carbon footprint Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

McLaren Racing and Cisco extend partnership to drive innovation and hybrid experiences

Networking technology and services provider broadens role as official technology partner of leading Formula 1 racing team to provide network and collaboration infrastructure to enhance speed, scale and power across technology footprint Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 teams with VMware to complete UK and EU 5G roll-out

UK operator enlists virtual machine technology provider as it sees virtualising and modernising network essential to retaining market share across the UK and EU as it rolls out next-generation mobile services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Revenues tumble but Huawei builds up profitability in 2021

Chinese comms tech provider feels the strain from tech bans and Covid, but returns solid operations and looks for future investments as it releases annual report Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SES taps Thales to extend connectivity across Europe, Africa and Asia

What operator describes as ‘innovative, flexible’ software-defined geostationary satellite to replace NSS-12 at 57 degrees East to deliver service to hundreds of millions at the crossroads of three continents  Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CityFibre broadens Zen reach across network

Deal between fast-growing infrastructure provider and leading ISP increases the latter’s exclusive commitments from an initial four cities to 285 cities, towns and villages across the UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone selects Nokia software-defined tech for fixed access network

Mobile operator signs exclusive deal with comms tech provider on the evolution of software-defined network manager and controller (SDN-M&C) services for multi-access fixed network technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 Business aims to ‘go beyond’ traditional broadband SLAs

Business arm of UK connectivity provider proposes new way of working, built on successful outcomes rather than service deliverables alone, with bespoke agreements offering flexible use, reduced dual running costs and next-level service for new large enterprise and public sector customers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

FullFibre expands reach in East and West Midlands

Boost to altnet’s goal of reaching 500,000 premises by 2025 as rising expectations from consumers, and demands such as increased homeworking, drive expansion in key central England belt Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon adds to adapter portfolio to boost 5G fixed wireless access

Leading comms tech provider certifies C-band 5G adapter to provide connectivity across Ultra Wideband Network to give enterprise and business customers speed, capacity, coverage and performance Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

network analytics

Network analytics is the application of big data principles and tools to the data used to manage and secure data networks. Continue Reading

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• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Neos Networks delivers education and research dark fibre network across Northern Ireland

Neos Networks introduces education and research dark fibre network to Northern Ireland, bringing new points of presence and Belfast-based access centres designed to offer greater resilience through sub-sea backup links to mainland UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Under-investment in hybrid work threatens successful return to the office for European workers

Research from Ricoh Europe shows staff are looking to their employers for clarity and innovation in their new hybrid workplace, but a lack of planning and investment threatens to derail the success of a widespread return to the office Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone heads consortium to develop use cases for world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed

Smart Sound Connect Marine 5G mobile private network to be the world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed, cementing UK city of Plymouth’s position at the forefront of marine and maritime innovation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SecOps and cybersecurity basics for NetOps teams

To bridge the gap between NetOps and SecOps teams, network pros should know security fundamentals, including different types of attackers, attacks and available security services. Continue Reading

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• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

UK full fibre flourishes from local, European gigabit broadband providers

Slovenia-headquartered ICT provider is intensifying its activities in Western Europe, and is now offering fibre-to-the-home services from a newly opened branch in the UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CW Innovation Awards: How Telekom Malaysia scaled its RPA initiative

Telekom Malaysia has been driving automation efforts across the company, not only to serve customers more efficiently, but also to improve a slew of back office functions Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

CW Innovation Awards: Transforming Australia’s national assessment programme

Education Services Australia has transformed the country’s national assessment programme through an online platform that has enabled teachers to design adaptive tests and improved student engagement Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

CW Innovation Awards: Tracking cargo on the road

Through Geodis APAC’s One Road platform, supply chain companies have received fewer enquiries on cargo locations and improved on-time performance using roads as an alternative way to move cargo Continue Reading

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• Edwin Yapp

Soracom teams with Orange Wholesale to grow global IoT connectivity services

Connectivity provider introduces service designed to make it fast and cost-efficient to deploy IoT products globally. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government promises high-speed internet for all schools by 2025

Hot on the heels of announcing upgrades to UK mobile networks in hard-to-reach places, and as part of its latest plans to roll out gigabit broadband across the country, government turns connectivity focus on educational establishments Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media Business Wholesale brings dark fibre, managed services capacity to south Wales

Major fibre upgrade by wholesale arm of UK cable provider more than doubles capacity across Wales to support demand from wholesale partners, ensuring shorter delivery times for customer projects Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SES accelerates C-band spectrum for Verizon, set to acquire Leonardo DRS global satcom business

Satellite operator to earn additional $170m from leading US telco through accelerated clearing, while strategic acquisition is said to let firm deliver broader suite of satcom services to US government customers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone targets UK small business with full-fibre broadband offer

With the impending shutdown of ISDN and PSTN phone lines in 2025, UK operator unveils full-fibre broadband offer specifically for the small office/home office sector Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

OneWeb resumes satellite launches with SpaceX, inks Eutelsat distribution and Telstra teleport deals

Satellite broadband provider to resume its launch programme with Elon Musk company, signs multi-year agreement with shareholding fellow satellite provider and announces partnership with Australian telco Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Is it time to ditch the WAN for other connectivity options?

With the prevalence of remote work, cloud applications and internet connectivity, will enterprises ditch the WAN to save money and time? Maybe not everyone. Continue Reading

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• John Burke, Nemertes Research

UK government sets up body to make UK ‘world-leading’ centre for telecoms innovation

UK Telecoms Innovation Network to ‘unleash innovation’ in broadband and mobile network companies, guiding firms seeking R&D funding or collaboration on Open RAN and other disruptive technologies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

application layer

The application layer sits at Layer 7, the top of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) communications model. It ensures an application can effectively communicate with other applications on different computer systems and networks. Continue Reading

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• Paul Kirvan
• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Hispasat gets in higher orbit with agreement to acquire AXESS Networks

Spain-based satellite operator aims to position itself as a leader in the market of satellite solutions for telecommunications operators, corporate networks and public administrations in Latin America Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Kurmi brings UC, CC provisioning automation to the cloud

Software developer takes on-premise platform to a hosted model to deliver faster and easier access to the tools required to streamline and optimise the day-to-day administration of Unified Communication platforms Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Edge computing implementations still in their infancy

It’s still early days for enterprise implementations of edge computing, with one analyst likening it to the early days of cloud Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

digital video broadcasting (DVB)

Digital video broadcasting (DVB) is a set of standards that define digital broadcasting using DVB satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasting infrastructures. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna

Schneider Electric, NTT team to trial private wireless network in IoT environments

Combined capabilities from global technology services firm and energy management and automation tech provider aim to enable a secure and on-premise end-to-end digital platform that supports different industries with the benefits of private 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wellness essential as hybrid work to see total redesign of the office

Almost one-fifth of companies are asking employees to return to the office full-time, as new workspaces with quiet zones, Zoom pods and wellness areas are seen as key to retaining and attracting talent Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CityFibre gains £300m funding as it passes Portsmouth full-fibre milestone

New investment increases network provider’s recent financing round to over £1.4bn to enable participation in Project Gigabit rural programme and support continued roll-out acceleration Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mavenir makes business communications software pivot

Network software provider transitions from radio access network software solutions towards offering SaaS portfolio of business communications for CSPs, channels and systems integrators Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

NZ glassmaker taps IoT to track delivery trolleys

Architectural Glass Products has installed tracking devices on delivery trolleys to track its products and delivery trolleys in real time Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Startup OneLayer offers IoT security on cellular networks

Israeli startup OneLayer has launched from stealth with $8.2 million in seed funding and a software-based platform to secure IoT devices on private LTE and 5G networks. Continue Reading

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• Madelaine Millar, TechTarget

Numbers add up for Three UK in 2021

Mobile operator delivers strongest consumer contract customer additions since 2012 and a 10% increase in EBITDA, with incremental growth in mobile virtual network operator business line, home broadband and business-to-business operations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Real Madrid selects Cisco for team to claim Europe’s most connected stadium

Upgraded Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to showcase one of the world’s largest deployments of Wi-Fi 6 technology for more immersive fan experience applications, as well as more bandwidth and higher reliability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU)

In telecommunications, the Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is a contractual agreement (temporary ownership) of a portion of the capacity of an international cable. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna

Compare 8 network automation tools

The right network automation platform can help admins build and oversee company networks. Discover some of the top choices in the market and the benefits they provide. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Verizon Business enriches mobile endpoint for Microsoft Teams

Business solutions provider becomes one of the first operators to join forces with IT giant to enable enterprise customers to experience the full power of communications and collaboration system Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Connectivity partnership sees Tata Communications get in gear with Formula 1

Global communications firm charged with delivering a managed end-to-end network that will transform the F1 fan immersive video experience in more than 180 countries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Windstream claims North America’s ‘first and only comprehensive’ managed SASE

Managed communications service provider sees new bundle enabling convergence of networking and security as addressing modern-day challenges of digital business transformation, cyber security and workforce mobility Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government warned of ‘slow progress’ on infrastructure plans

Annual report from UK’s official independent infrastructure adviser warns that progress on gigabit roll-out may be at risk, and sets out infrastructure priorities for 2022 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Two men convicted after using EncroChat cryptophones to plot killing

Evidence from the encrypted phone network EncroChat led to the conviction of two men for conspiracy to murder Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

SmarTone, Ericsson team to empower businesses with industry-first connectivity boost app

What is said to be a world-first smartphone app will enable 4G and 5G business mobile users to dynamically boost cellular connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Blu Wireless unveils ‘landmark’ 5G mmWave testbed in France

5G mmWave wireless systems provider opens testbed to drive mobility, 5G backhaul and security applications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The benefits of network infrastructure as code

Network infrastructure as code uses DevOps methodology to create structured practices for configuration changes and establish pre- and post-change testing and validation. Continue Reading

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• Terry Slattery, NetCraftsmen

Telefónica, Pente partner to simplify 5G edge transformation for enterprises

Israeli enterprise LTE/5G services provider teams with incumbent Spanish telco on project aiming to “democratise” the delivery of advanced industry transformation through a managed edge-based 5G cloud service Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, Antofagasta Minerals dig deep for private 5G wireless network

Deployment of private 5G technology in mining use case in Chile brings high-capacity and low-latency connectivity for sensors and vehicles supporting operations, including an autonomous fleet of trucks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone unveils UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice

Leading UK operator teams with Ericsson to create the UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice, with trial showing how businesses can deploy dedicated on-demand and secure end-to-end connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly