Networking and communication

MachineQ unveils IoT power monitoring

Demand from current and prospective customers seeking ways to understand power consumption and obtain executable data sees introduction of internet of things service Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Asia raises the 5G bar in the next digital revolution

Half a decade since their introduction, 5G networks are being deployed across the world. Yet Asia is already raising the bar, with 5G now flying – literally in some places – and 5G-Advanced coming into play Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The 5G-Advanced era is now as Asia raises the 5G bar

Continuing our look at 5G-Advanced, we find out what products and services the new network will support and which operators are already planning for a new era in communications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Brownsville, Texas makes quality of life leap with smart city private 5G

Tech provider deploys smart city tech to aid Texan city as it looks to ‘reinvent’ human-to-digital interactions to deliver improved citizen services and enhanced quality of life Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fixed and mobile comms in New Zealand show diverse growth trends

Research finds Kiwi connectivity continues robust upward track for mobile services while fixed sector set for modest growth driven by fibre broadband expansion Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Arelion claims optical transmission first

Optical transmission services and technology providers announce the successful completion of project leading to the world’s first 1.6 terabits-per-second wavelengths data transmission in a live network field trial Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The politics of techno-refusal

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we learn about the politics of techno-refusal and the lessons to be learned from a group of IT workers who spent the early 1980s sabotaging tech infrastructure. Following the controversy around Broadcom’s purchase of VMware, we examine some alternative virtualisation solutions. And our latest buyer’s guide looks at the state of software-defined wide-area networking. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

What is Google Glass?

Google Glass was a wearable, voice and motion-controlled Android device that resembled a pair of eyeglasses and displayed information directly in the user's field of vision. It was discontinued in March 2023. Continue Reading

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• Gavin Wright
• Colin Steele

Verizon and Skylo team for satellite-based IoT and messaging

US telco forges partnership with satellite service provider to launch commercial satellite-based direct-to-device messaging service for consumers and drive technology innovation through first-of-its-kind internet of things satellite trial Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Grüner Veltliner winegrowers gain ultra-fast fibre connectivity

Wine-growing regions of Lower Austria connected with 800km of fibre internet enabling 10 gigabit connectivity for residents in rural region, less than a year into project deployment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ogi secures £45m funding to support next stages of fibre growth

Leading Welsh altnet secures major financial package to support next stages of growth in gigabit network spanning domestic territory and the South Wales trunk road into England Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SD-WAN: The evolution continues

We go through the alphabet soup of secure networks, propelled by artificial intelligence and 5G, which have rejuvenated software-defined wide area network technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Siegwerk strengthens global manufacturing operations with managed SD-WAN

Global manufacturer enhances operational security and digitisation with managed SD-WAN, managed security and professional services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MEF association claims SASE milestone

Leading technology provider achieves first milestone in secure access service edge programme, with SASE certification now generally available to trade association’s technology and service provider members Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nobu Hotels upgrades with AI-powered wired network infrastructure

Boutique hotel chain launches luxury services and amenities such as AI Concierge based on real-time data and guest preferences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Chunghwa Telecom and NTT activate world’s first International IOWN APN

IT and comms giant activates international photonic network between Taiwan and Japan in latest stage of Innovative Optical and Wireless Network project Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G-enabled FWA devices go mainstream in US

Annual fixed wireless access CPE market survey finds shipments of FWA CPE expected to grow 23% to reach 37.5 million units in 2024, with India and North America driving business Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Swansea Bay City Deal to build a dedicated dark fibre network

Partnership between Virgin Media O2 Business and South Wales infrastructure project to build dark fibre infrastructure will help connect public sector sites with significantly improved capacity and speed Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Community Fibre, Virgin Media mark full-fibre milestones

Leading London-based altnet reveals strong customer growth over the past 12 months with 300,000 customers switching to 100% full-fibre broadband across the capital Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK Coastguard deploys full-fibre network to enhance operations

Comms network connecting 163 remote radio sites across 11,000 miles of UK coastline is now operational to ensure effective frontline emergency response continues for thousands of distress calls from the UK’s waters Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government assesses risks and opportunities from comms networks evolution

UK government departments convene experts to look at scientific evidence that could underpin policy issues or areas in telecoms infrastructure of future, in particular 6G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

US mobile users keep devices longer than ever

Report reveals device age at trade-in or upgrade marks all-time high of 3.7 years, and increase in Samsung S21 trade-ins through introduction of Galaxy AI Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oxa closes third US autonomous vehicle deployment

Autonomous vehicle software provider forges collaboration with Beep Inc as it lands third US commercial deployment of self-driving software to service community in Walnut Creek, California Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI drives strong Zoom second quarter

Comms and collaboration service provider reveals robust first half of 2025 fiscal year, outperforming guidance across the board and with marked strength in large accounts Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT Group and Edgio unveil first MAUD-enabled content delivery network

Edge network provider becomes first to offer content delivery network enabled by multicast-assisted unicast delivery technology, offering enhanced network performance and ability to deal with increased network traffic loads Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is podcasting?

Podcasting is the preparation and distribution of digital audio files to the computers of subscribed users using Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Ben Lutkevich, Site Editor

Illwerke vkw to deploy business optical transport solution across Austria

Austrian energy service provider evolving existing network to meet rapidly growing capacity demand and offer 10G, 25G and 100G mobile backhaul and fronthaul services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Engine ‘anomaly’ suspected as cause of UK rocket test explosion

First comments released after explosion on launch pad in test of rocket at first fully licensed vertical launch in Europe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

NTT advances all-photonic infrastructure with optical network digital twins

Comms and IT giant claims major step towards the realisation of full optical network digital twins, with successful end-to-end measurement of signal power across optical fibre transmission lines Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Juniper Networks unveils first blueprint for accelerating AI-native platform

Artificial intelligence for networking programme said to deliver up to 9x faster time to value through new training courses, trial offers, enterprise agreements and ‘white glove’ services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Sky to offer broadband services over CityFibre full-fibre network

UK’s largest independent broadband provider gains major coup with leading ISP to run gigabit services on full-fibre infrastructure that aims to reach eight million premises in coming years Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, TIM team to expand 5G coverage in Brazil

Partnership between Nokia and TIM designed to increase Brazilian municipalities with access to 5G, enabling enterprises to digitise operations, foster innovation and drive economic growth Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zoom marks million milestone for webinar attendee capability

Zoom announces that it can now support seven-figure audiences for online conferences in use cases including enterprise, entertainment and public sector Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

A gold medal for Olympic mobile coverage

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes with Orange, networking partner for the Paris Olympic Games, to discuss the challenges of connecting 120 venues. We talk to a CIO for whom IT accessibility and usability is a very personal concern. And we look at how to keep control of SaaS licensing costs. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

What is Real-Time Transport Control Protocol (RTCP)?

Real-Time Transport Control Protocol (RTCP) is a network communication protocol that works alongside Real-Time Protocol (RTP) to monitor and track data delivery on large multicast networks via RTP's associated transmission metrics. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Kim Lindros
• Ed Tittel

What is EM shielding (electromagnetic shielding)?

EM shielding (electromagnetic shielding) is the practice of surrounding electronics and cables with conductive or magnetic materials to guard against incoming or outgoing emissions of electromagnetic frequencies (EMF). Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

Government furthers calls to prevent ‘unnecessary’ telegraph pole installation

UK administration continues battle to stop what is regarded as unnecessary infrastructure to address need to hit gigabit connectivity commitments Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wessex Internet furthers reach through Project Gigabit

As broadband roll-out speeds up across the country, west of England altnet goes live with gigabit connectivity in underserved communities, teaming up with arts education charity to offer ultrafast connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Gartner: Is SD-WAN still necessary in today’s IT landscape

The debate over the relevance of software-defined wide area network technology has garnered significant attention Continue Reading

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• Jonathan Forest

Singtel expands GPUaaS offering to Southeast Asia

Singapore telco teams up with the Bridge Alliance industry group to bring its GPU-as-a-Service to enterprises across Southeast Asia Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

New Relic CEO on APAC growth and future of observability

New Relic CEO Ashan Willy talks up growth trajectory in APAC, the company’s long-term vision, and how going private has enabled it to make strategic investments Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

AI-RAN Alliance beefs up executive leadership

Collaborative consortium focused on enabling the evolution and advancement of AI into radio access networks appoints chair boasting over 30 years of experience in telecoms Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Openreach unveils symmetric ultrafast FTTP broadband offer

UK’s leading broadband provider looks to push capabilities of its network to diversify portfolio further, and offer comms providers and users a broader choice of competitive fibre-based products Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is the difference between Windows 10 vs. Windows 10 IoT?

There are several key differences between Windows IoT and a regular Windows desktop OS, so organizations must compare these systems to ensure they deploy the right OS. Continue Reading

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• Marius Sandbu, Sopra Steria

Three slams ‘abysmal’ UK 5G after mixed H1 2024

UK mobile operator posts first half results with growth in certain customer segments such as B2B and home broadband, but also negative EBITDA less CapEx, hindering ability to invest Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

EE’s first 5G small cells go live in London

UK’s leading mobile operator uses street-level mini masts to take advantage of existing street infrastructure to boost mobile capacity in busy areas including first 5G small cells in London trial Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cardiff schools turn PSTN switch-off into opportunity for improved agility

Civic authorities responsible for education in Welsh capital look to take advantage of switch-off of UK’s analogue copper-based comms infrastructure to drive cloud-based digital transformation of schools’ communications systems Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Major players ‘less than impressive’ as altnets rise in UK broadband

A range of surveys identify independent sector as the driving force in UK’s growing gigabit broadband industry and caution of slowdown in subscribers by major providers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wialon fits out four million IoT-connected vehicles

Global fleet management and IoT software platform racks up record number of vehicles connected on GPS tracking and internet of things software platform. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AT&T powers IoT for Oracle enterprise communications

Integrated communications and cloud solutions provider incorporates leading US telco’s internet of things connectivity and network APIs into its Enterprise Communications Platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is deepfake technology?

Deepfake technology is a type of artificial intelligence used to create convincing fake images, videos and audio recordings. Continue Reading

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• Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
• Nick Barney, Technology Writer
• Ivy Wigmore

BT Group sees share spike as Bharti buys out Altice holding

Just a few months after Mexican business magnate takes 3.2% stake in UK’s leading telco, Indian multinational conglomerate to buy 24.5% holding in a deal valued at £3.2bn Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK businesses ready to deploy 5G standalone

Vodafone research highlights UK businesses keen to invest in both 5G services, looking to improve operational efficiency of their business in an increasingly competitive digital environment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SITA climbs to the cloud to enhance air transport IT

Latest implementation of comms solutions by leading provider of IT to the air transport industry taps global comms tech firm to unlock LTE and 5G networks with existing platforms Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Designed to deceive – reviewing the Post Office scandal inquiry

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we review the marathon latest phase of the Post Office scandal inquiry, as ministers, civil servants, executives and lawyers were shamed. We look at IOWN – a candidate for the next generation of networking technology. And we examine best practice in software asset management. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Openreach to light up 312,000 rural UK premises in Project Gigabit next phase

UK’s leading broadband provider engaged in latest step of £5bn gigabit access programme to improve broadband for more than 300,000 homes and business across UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange claims gold in Olympic mobile coverage

Telco reveals the challenges and triumphs in connecting more than 120 venues to assure the best connectivity experience for an estimated 15 million spectators and four billion television viewers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Scottish universities lead digital twin hub for transport

Digital twins offer researchers the ability to monitor transportation to identify ways of reducing the UK’s carbon footprint Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

IOWN: Shining light on the future of communications

With rising demand for data and energy consumption due to the vast compute power required by applications such as AI and large language models, something needs to change in networks – this could be IOWN Continue Reading

UK altnets’ fibre optic overbuild risking rural connectivity

Report suggests UK’s independent broadband providers are at risk of more unnecessary overbuild as new entrants rush to deploy infrastructure without considering the long-term sustainability of their business models Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia drones-as-a-service network takes flight for Swisscom

Switzerland’s leading telecoms provider to deploy largest drones-as-a-service network to enhance safety and operational efficiency for public and industrial use cases Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Le Royal Monceau enhances Wi-Fi to complete Olympic standard connectivity

In time for the Olympics, historic 5-star Parisian hotel successfully upgrades Wi-Fi network facilitating uninterrupted access to connectivity benefits to guests checking in for the Summer Games Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Indosat deploys AI to set network performance, reliability standards

Leading Indonesian digital telecommunications company takes what it says is the largest digital intelligence operations centre in its region to ensure optimal network performance and reliability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cyber security adoption is vital to Scotland’s space race

Scotland has a golden opportunity to capitalise on space technology to make itself a global leader, but to maximise its potential in the new space race, more attention must be paid to cyber security risk Continue Reading

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• David Ferguson

How to calculate a subnet mask from hosts and subnets

IP addressing and subnetting are important and basic elements of networks. Learn how to calculate a subnet mask based on the required number of subnets and hosts. Continue Reading

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• Terry Slattery, NetCraftsmen
• David Davis

Examine a captured packet using Wireshark

Wireshark is a useful tool for capturing network traffic data. Network pros can make the most of the tool by analyzing captured packets to see what that data means for troubleshooting. Continue Reading

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• Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction

Rocketing AI demand sees Lumen light up custom networks division

Connectivity provider shakes up corporate structure in response to artificial intelligence economy changing business operations and companies recognising need for powerful network to manage unprecedented data flows and demand Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CX+EX=BG, with added AI: A winning formula for customer experience

Guaranteeing customer experiences of the highest level possible is one of the cornerstones of the modern business. Is there a magic formula? It could well be a combination of artificial intelligence and pixie dust Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SITA takes off with new enhanced global wireless solution

Leading provider of IT to the air transport industry introduces mobile data access solution to deliver secure and reliable cellular data connectivity across 200 countries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is telephony?

Telephony is technology associated with interactive communication between two or more physically distant parties using the electronic transmission of data. Continue Reading

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• Paul Kirvan
• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Alissa Irei, Senior Site Editor

Digital Catapult launches Sonic Labs Open RAN accelerator programme

Advanced digital technology innovation centre advances work to give organisations the opportunity to work collaboratively to build, implement and test tangible solutions to help accelerate the adoption of Open RAN technology in the UK Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cloud-based networks to account for half of all cellular traffic by 2028

Research reveals increased cloudification of network infrastructures with software-based services to hit tipping point for cellular traffic in five years’ time, enabling more dynamic 5G networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zoom claims AI-first as it debuts Docs on Workplace

Collaboration and conference technology and services provider launches first product from Workplace portfolio with generative artificial intelligence built in from the ground up to enable the next generation of team collaboration Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT/EE win Emergency Services Network contract

£1.85bn contract win for UK’s leading telco and mobile subsidiary to supply mobile communications infrastructure for nation’s three emergency services in much-delayed project Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK mobile continues performance improvements in H1

Study of UK mobile market shows continuous improvement in performance by nation’s leading operators, with average media downlink speed approaching 80 Mbps, and improved 5G availability and faster speeds in most cities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Satellite operators to launch 15,000 new craft over next five years to support IoT

Research finds providers of space-based communications plan to rocket-propel growth over the next five years, in particular to drive internet of things applications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cellular IoT connectivity revenues hit €12.4bn in 2023

Research finds advancement of comms-based internet of things industry drives shift towards greater focus on reliability, security and support for international deployments, contributing to new types of market dynamics Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK broadband altnets unite to push for fairer access regulation, pricing

Five of the UK’s largest alternative fibre network operators have come together to create an alliance and call on UK comms regulator to ensure fair and equal access for all users of nation’s physical infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Police hunt scammers after takedown of Russian Coms fraud platform

The National Crime Agency has arrested four people after taking down a phone number spoofing platform used by criminals to defraud hundreds of thousands of people in the UK with more arrests to follow Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Ubotica claims further breakthroughs in live Earth satellite intelligence

Space-based artificial intelligence company claims paradigm shift for Earth observation with Live Earth Intelligence, said to revolutionise capabilities and cost efficiency in space sector Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Businesses fail to deliver consistently positive customer experience

Research from a leading global business school’s publishing arm finds that even though 94% of business leaders think good customer experience is important for business success, just 38% believe they can deliver it Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 5: What's the difference?

Wi-Fi 6 was introduced as the next-generation Wi-Fi standard after Wi-Fi 5. While similar in certain aspects, Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6 differ in terms of features and capabilities. Continue Reading

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• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

Altair, LG extend connected vehicle infotainment tech lifespans

Collaboration between computational intelligence company and CE giant said to have seen complex fatigue analysis reduce development time for vehicle infotainment components by more than 20% Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Rising IoT market spurs cellular antenna shipments

Berg Insight’s research into the cellular internet of things antenna market suggests there will be a rise in the market over next four years, and notes the challenge of deploying complex technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BroadbandOne boosts IoT with expanded of next-gen TaaS

Telco as a service claims to offer revolution deploying 5G 28GHz and LMDS 29-31GHz spectrum infrastructure with 357 FCC-approved mmWave licences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Poor connectivity holding back rural Britain

Research from leading UK operator warns the nation is sleepwalking into a countryside crisis, with 4.6 million rural residents considering moving to a town or city in the next 12 months Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Extreme Networks teams with Intel to drive AI-centric product innovation

Cloud networking provider forms a ‘co-innovation alliance’ with chip giant’s Connectivity Analytics Program to enhance native generative artificial intelligence solution to further drive AI-centric innovations in the networking space Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is digital labor?

Digital labor is work that's performed by robotic process automation (RPA) systems and interactive applications, including chatbots and digital assistants. Continue Reading

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• Scott Robinson, New Era Technology
• Francesca Sales

Wildanet accelerates Cornwall full-fibre deployment

Cornish altnet teams with Nokia and Xantaro to transform connectivity for rural and hard-to-reach areas in south-west England Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

9 types of networks and their use cases

Networks differ based on size, connectivity, coverage and design. This guide explores the most common types of networks, their benefits and use cases. Continue Reading

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• Deanna Darah, Site Editor

Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon mobile platform

Chip giant’s next-generation mobile platform ‘leading the global transition’ from 4G to 5G to empower communities and industries alike with features such as on-device generative AI Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is network scanning? How to, types and best practices

Network scanning is a procedure for identifying active devices on a network by employing a feature or features in the network protocol to signal to devices and await a response. Continue Reading

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• Paul Kirvan
• Tom Nolle, Andover Intel

AI ‘changing everything’ about customer experience

Study from customer experience technology provider reveals the profound effect AI is having in its industry, taking it beyond traditional, manual services to more advanced, technological-driven experiences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Open RAN investment set to surge over next five years

Research into open radio access network market shows rapidly growing and competitive market Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Q2 revenues slip as Virgin Media O2 hits financial headwinds

UK’s second-largest network provider shows results for tough quarter for consumer fixed and mobile and B2B fixed business lines, but forecast advances in network evolution as targeted investments in future growth drivers continue Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Backslash AppSec offers LLM-powered remediation guidance

News emanating out of the tech start-up haven that is the modern Holy Land this month sees Backslash Security, drive its ‘deep reachability analysis’ AppSec technology forward with a service known ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

What is SIP trunking (Session Initiation Protocol trunking)?

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking is a service a communications service provider offers that uses the protocol to provision voice over IP (VoIP) and multimedia connectivity between an on-premises phone system and the public switched telephone network (PSTN). Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Irwin Lazar, Metrigy Research

Interview: Abhijit Dubey, global CEO, NTT Data

A merger between NTT Data and NTT Ltd has created a $30bn tech services and consulting business. We speak to its new CEO to find out what it has to offer IT leaders Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

Nexfibre nears 1.3 million premises passed, reveals future build locations

Quarterly report from joint venture fibre network operator shows just under 1.3 million premises passed by end of June 2024, and next stage of roll-out in 2025 and early 2026 to see high volumes of build Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

T-Mobile, KKR form fibre joint venture to acquire Metronet

US 4G LTE and 5G network teams with global investment firm to take control of ISP, serving more than 300 communities across 17 states with multi-gigabit products to businesses Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly