Networking and communication

Mobile trade-ins return more than half a billion dollars to US consumers in Q2

Second-quarter 2021 edition of mobile device tracker shows more than 150% year-on-year growth, with mobile device trade-in programmes back to pre-pandemic levels Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vilicom taps Mavenir for UK’s first offshore Open RAN private network for windfarm connectivity

Ending a week in which it announced technology for incorporating 2G into Open RAN standards and made a strategic acquisition to enhance its customer engagement platform, cloud-native networks software provider deploys private LTE network for windfarm application in Scotland Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AppNeta achieves AWS Outposts Ready designation

Networking monitoring firm gains certification from cloud giant’s managed device and datacentre services division in a move that it says will demonstrate to customers that it has been fully tested to help deliver a truly consistent hybrid experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zoom plots path to hybrid return to the workplace

Pandemic’s breakout conferencing tool provider plans to support the new normal of hybrid working with systems recognising both remote and in-office work Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Gartner survey shows 44% rise in workers’ use of collaboration tools since 2019

As the onset of a hybrid workforce becomes a reality for more firms, research shows massive spike in virtual meeting and collaboration tools since 2019, and stresses that digital workplace technologies will be essential for enabling innovation in the new normal Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CW Nordics: Klarna alumni energise Stockholm’s startup scene

Klarna, established in 2005, has not only grown into a well-known Swedish fintech brand, but former staff have gone on to create some of the Nordic region's new startup ventures that are currently riding a wave of growth. Find out more about the so-called ‘Klarna academy’. Also read in this issue why growing tech companies in Stockholm say the city's startup environment needs to diversify more. Continue Reading

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Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP)

Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP) is a network standard designed for transmitting audio or video data that is optimized for consistent delivery of live data. Continue Reading

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• Gavin Wright

Mavenir acquires Telestax, demos world’s first 2G containerised architecture

Just after announcing technology for incorporating 2G into Open RAN standards, cloud-native networks software provider makes strategic acquisition to enhance its business messaging and customer engagement platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Synchronous Data Link Control (SDLC)

Synchronous Data Link Control (SDLC) is a transmission protocol used to synchronously transfer code-transparent, serial-by-bit data over a communications channel. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

NACK (NAK, negative acknowledgment, not acknowledged)

NACK, or NAK, an abbreviation for negative acknowledgment or not acknowledged, is a signal used by computers or other devices to indicate that data transmitted over a network was received with errors or was otherwise unreadable. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna
• Peter Loshin, Former Senior Technology Editor

multiplexing

Multiplexing, or muxing, is a way of sending multiple signals or streams of information over a communications link at the same time in the form of a single, complex signal. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Extreme Networks strikes gold at Olympiastadion Berlin as official Wi-Fi solutions provider

New network set to be the first and largest end-to-end public Wi-Fi 6 deployment in a sporting arena in Europe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

M1 deploys surveillance robots at Keppel Bay

Singapore telco M1 is deploying surveillance robots and other 5G-enabled equipment to beef up security and maintenance operations at Marina at Keppel Bay Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

How to reconfigure for hybrid work

While many businesses are reopening offices, staff are reluctant to come to the office every work day. We look at how to support hybrid work patterns Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Optus unveils first Australian demo of 5G NR-DC

Australian operator and global comms tech firms demonstrate new radio dual connectivity technology in Sydney, boosting 5G coverage area while maintaining superfast 5G speeds Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government adds to Northern Ireland gigabit broadband funding

Further financial support given to develop next-generation full-fibre network across rural regions in province, particularly those that currently have the slowest speeds, such as Mid Ulster, Fermanagh and South Antrim Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Charge Analytics goes Soracom to connect advanced IoT monitoring and control

Internet-of-things solutions provider taps IoT connectivity firm to provide reliable cellular comms to simplify sending data to the cloud and support monitoring of environmental factors in highly regulated industries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

signal-to-noise ratio (S/N or SNR)

In analog and digital communications, a signal-to-noise ratio, often written S/N or SNR, is a measure of the strength of the desired signal relative to background noise (undesired signal). Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Ericsson takes core 5G tech to Taiwan, Faroe Islands operators

Ericsson supports Asia Pacific Telecom to launch first 5G non-standalone multi-operator core network, while Faroese Telecom inks exclusive 5G core and radio access network deal Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

OneWeb maintains momentum with launch of more than 30 satellites

Company’s latest batch of low Earth orbit craft bring total in-orbit constellation to 288 satellites and it remains on track to deliver connectivity to hard-to-reach places by the end of the year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

A1 selects Nokia, Ericsson tech for service roll-outs across middle Europe

Provider of digital services and communications solutions in Central and Eastern Europe chooses Nordic network technology suppliers for 5G roll-out in key selected markets Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH)

Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) is a group of fiber optic transmission rates that transport digital signals with different capacities. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Zola

Vilicom, Virgin Media O2 boost enterprise comms with commercial Open RAN

Global network design and management firm teams with recently merged operator to roll out one of the first commercial sites built on its Open RAN technology platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Telekom Romania taps Mavenir to deliver cloud-native IMS, VoLTE and VoWi-Fi nets

Move to virtualised IMS with tech from open communications software provider will facilitate operator’s network transition to 4G/LTE and 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

bit stuffing

Bit stuffing refers to the insertion of one or more bits into a data transmission as a way to provide signaling information to a receiver. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna

First priorities for the third workplace

Almost 18 months since Covid-19 caused an almost overnight pivot to home working for many firms, hybrid working seems here to stay for knowledge workers. But the role of the 'third workspace' is not yet entirely clear Continue Reading

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• Cath Everett

NEC, Fujitsu begin 5G base station Open RAN tech interoperability testing

Japanese tech giants team up to accelerate the global reach of base station equipment conforming to O-RAN specifications and aim to stimulate growth and innovation in the open 5G market Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS)

Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) refers to the traditional, analog voice transmission phone system implemented over physical copper wires (twisted pair). Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Vodafone aims for accelerated transformation in UK water industry with ‘unique’ IoT offering

UK operator’s new internet of things offering enables water companies to integrate a range of devices and sensors into a single platform to reduce wastage and improve efficiency Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Microsoft Azure first cloud to gain orbit with O3b mPOWER

As more critical workloads move to the cloud, SES medium Earth orbit satellite system will provide additional network diversity, service resiliency and gigabit connectivity for IT giant’s leading data platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Adam Crozier to lead BT transformation as chairman

Business transformation specialist and nineties and noughties UK business golden boy to take the reins as BT chairman at the end of the year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm claims new era with 5G, AI-enabled autonomous drones

Global mobile chip leader says platform will accelerate and scale development for manufacturers to deliver ‘powerful’ purpose-built craft that will see use cases in enterprise and industrial 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Perth & Kinross council enlists Neos for full-fibre infrastructure

Latest deployment of gigabit connectivity in Scotland sees full-fibre network delivered to key council datacentres and public facilities in Perth and Kinross to help underpin the region’s digital future and navigate challenges such as the pandemic Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How mobile operators can cope with staycation boom and sport lockdowns lifting

The periods of lockdown implemented in response to the Covid-19 pandemic led to new mobile network traffic patterns. How can operators adapt to shifting consumer behaviours and continue delivering high-quality experiences? Continue Reading

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• Kevin Hasley, RootMetrics

Global VPN downloads soar in first half of 2021

Song remains the same with VPNs as repressive regimes’ continued regulatory demands and remote working see virtual private network usage rocket over the first six months of the year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Subscriber speed increases drive higher median broadband usage

Study shows continued surge in broadband data consumption, especially in upstream, leading to just over one-fifth of broadband subscribers being able to benefit from speed tier upgrade Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CityFibre digs in to develop digital foundations for Sunderland full-fibre net

Former altnet turned third- largest fibre broadband provider maintains heady pace of UK gigabit roll-out by beginning work in key northeast city Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

How to choose between SIEM and SOAR

In this week’s Computer Weekly, our buyer’s guide examines the use of SIEM and SOAR to improve IT security, and asks which you should use, and when? We look at what you need to know about NVMe over Fabrics, the emerging storage networking technology. And we find out how Oracle customers are introducing its Fusion Cloud suite. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Facebook develops Asia-Pacific, African subsea connectivity

With the tasty title of Apricot, social media giant unveils role in project to develop ultra-fast connectivity under the sea in key Asian region, while it announces expansion of existing partnership to boost African sea network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vocus enlists Nokia to drive 200G optical network over 4,000 km in Australia

Enterprise, government and wholesale customers set to benefit from improved broadband speeds and experience from 200G terrestrial optical network connecting Brisbane and Darwin Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation)

QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation) is a method of combining two amplitude modulation (AM) signals into a single channel. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Zola

network operations center (NOC)

A network operations center (NOC) is a centralized place from which enterprise information technology (IT) administrators -- either internal or third party -- supervise, monitor and maintain a telecommunications network. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

connectionless

In telecommunications, connectionless describes communication between two network endpoints in which a message can be sent from one endpoint to another without prior arrangement. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

OneWeb satellite gains higher orbit with Hanwha investment, Northwestel connectivity MoU

Controversial satellite operator makes next step in its Five to 50 mission to cover regions north of 50 degrees latitude with Canadian coverage deal Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Tbaytel wraps new voice communications network with Ribbon

Independently owned telecommunications provider aims to offer its customers premium-quality voice services while reducing power costs and accelerating time to market Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon expands global automation capabilities in collaboration with Equinix

Expansion of SDI solution aims to enable enterprise and public sector customers to connect their MPLS and Ethernet private networking services to hundreds of cloud, infrastructure and service providers with automated, same-day connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CityFibre continues full-fibre roll-out in Glasgow

The UK’s largest independent full fibre platform begins work on next stage as part of its national gigabit broadband roll-out in Scotland’s largest city Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G fixed wireless access broadband to rack up 60 million subscribers by 2026

Demand for efficient home broadband access expected to drive deployments and migration of FWA Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Project Endeavour concludes with autonomous vehicle passenger rides in London

Multi-city demonstration of autonomous vehicle services ends with public showcase in London using co-ordinated fleet of six vehicles to host passenger rides for first time Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

dense wavelength-division multiplexing (DWDM)

Dense wavelength-division multiplexing (DWDM) is an optical fiber multiplexing technology that is used to increase the bandwidth of existing fiber networks. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Zola
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

IPTV (Internet Protocol television)

IPTV (Internet Protocol television) is a service that provides television programming and other video content using the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite, as opposed to broadcast TV, cable TV or satellite signals. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna
• Jessica Scarpati

Spectrum utilisation alliance calls for licence-exempt access to entire 6GHz band

Research reveals urgent need for access to 6GHz band which, when open, could add over $1tn to the world’s economy by 2025 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

United Group contract sees Nokia hail core 3G/4G/5G tech success

Southeast Europe alternative telecom enhances wireless network so that it can transfer large volumes of data fast, securely and with very low latency to cope with surge in connected devices and other demands from mobile users Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CW Benelux: Netherlands sees increase in the number of women opting for an ICT career

The IT skills gap in the Netherlands could be about to narrow as more women take up jobs in the sector. Figures from last year revealed that the number of female ICT professionals grew by 6.5%, while the number of male ICT professionals increased by only 1.7%. Read more about it in this issue. Also find out why more openness about ransomware attacks in the Dutch business community could be the first step to defeating a growing problem. Continue Reading

Extreme Networks aims to enhance SD-WAN offer with Ipanema acquisition

Cloud-driven networking company announces intent to establish second technology centre of excellence in Europe through acquisition of the SD-WAN division of Infovista Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Community Fibre expands fibre reach out of London with Box Broadband acquisition

London's largest alternative fibre network expands into Surrey and West Sussex with majority stake in Surrey-based full-fibre network operator to help realise commitment to bridging the digital divide and promoting social inclusion Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

split horizon

Split horizon is a method used by distance vector protocols to prevent network routing loops. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

NTT claims first globally available private 5G network-as-a-service platform

Next-generation mobile comms infrastructure to provide a suite of services to help chief information officers and chief digital officers drive business outcomes and unlock ‘innovative’ business models Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 gigabit capability covers more than half of UK network footprint

Latest gigabit switch-on from newly merged cable provider sees a further 1.5 million homes added to its network, allowing customers to access average broadband speeds of 1.13Mbps, said to be four times faster than the national average Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

DELTA taps Nokia to develop 400G optical transport network

High capacity optical network for both core and metro applications will support operator’s aggressive fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) roll-out in the Netherlands over the next decade Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BSO named first non-domestic global connectivity provider for Indian stock exchange

Growing global infrastructure and connectivity provider BSO confirmed as one of the first official international approved connectivity partners to meet demand for trading at the National Stock Exchange of India International Exchange Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Global 5G market set for 3.2 billion connections by 2026

Study suggests that as network orchestration tools maximise monetisation, next-generation infrastructures will grow at a staggering rate of 940% over the next five years Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)

Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) is a network protocol that enables routers to exchange information more efficiently than earlier network protocols, such as Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (IGRP) or Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

UK broadband trial to investigate connectivity through water pipes

Government-backed scheme to target broadband for hard-to-reach homes with fibre optic cables fed through utility mains, businesses and mobile masts without digging up roads Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Need for strong internet connection keeps Brits indoors

Study from leading UK communications provider highlights that although a new normal is coming for a significant number of UK workers, so are new problems and the need to create a better work-life balance Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Healthcare providers to deliver 765 million teleconsultations globally by 2025

Research reveals patients will use remote consultation services 3.6 times per year on average, but need for mobile devices and connectivity will limit uptake of telehealth services to developed regions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a Layer 2 network protocol used to prevent looping within a network topology. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

Vodafone claims UK first with voice-integrated Wi-Fi booster with Alexa built-in

UK operator expands capability of in-home broadband infrastructure with Wi-Fi booster with built-in voice control, hybrid 4G broadband backup and dedicated Wi-Fi support Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Inmarsat, Atlantic Bridge Capital and Civic Connect dig deep for IoT in global mining sector

Insight Terra secures $5.45m in Series A funding to accelerate the delivery of an end-to-end full-stack risk management solution to support compliance with global standards and to meet ESG requirements Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

sliding window (windowing)

The sliding window (windowing) technique is used by Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) to manage the flow of packets between two computers or network hosts. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

Verizon, AWS take mobile edge computing to 13 of top 20 US metro areas

Developers and businesses in three new locations now able to build and deploy applications at the edge of communication provider’s wireless network through AWS Wavelength Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Half of Gen-Z would leave job if not given a hybrid work option

Even though two-thirds of workers surveyed by workspace technology company say hybrid work benefits mental health and productivity, over half believe that their employers are not prepared to implement it Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Dell’Oro: Full speed ahead for broadband tech spending

Analyst says worldwide broadband access market for technologies supporting cable, DSL, PON and fixed wireless improved again at 3% CAGR over the forecast horizon of 2020-2025 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

frequency-division multiplexing (FDM)

In frequency-division multiplexing (FDM), multiple signals are combined for transmission on a single communications line or channel, with each signal assigned to a different frequency (subchannel) within the main channel. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Vodafone Spain modernises customer relationship management platform with Amdocs

Modernisation programme aims to enable Vodafone Spain to reduce the total cost of ownership and improve operational efficiency, automation and performance of its CRM system Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cloud misconfiguration a growing cause of security incidents

Rapid cloud adoption during the pandemic has increased the attack surface and heightened the risk of misconfiguring services, leaving organisations more vulnerable to cyber attacks Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Network observability vs. monitoring: What's the difference?

Traditional network monitoring is useful for collecting data about network issues. But network observability can add further insights into network health and end-user experience. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

Nokia, Taiwan Mobile claim first 5G carrier aggregation call in standalone architecture

Trial declared successful in aggregating spectrum in the 700MHz and 3500MHz bands for the first time to deliver enhanced connectivity and increased coverage and support Taiwanese operator’s vision to deliver 5G services. Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Openreach announces 86 new copper network switch-off locations

BT-owned UK broadband provision firm accelerates its plan to stop selling copper-based broadband and traditional voice services across the UK by 2025 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

international private leased circuit (IPLC)

An international private leased circuit (IPLC) is a point-to-point private line used by an organization to communicate between offices that are dispersed throughout the world. Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon

A million UK households reach to the skies for broadband

Satellite broadband is showing signs of beginning to take off in the UK, with further gains expected as Starlink arrives and BT teams with OneWeb Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

coded orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (COFDM)

Coded orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (COFDM) is a telecommunications modulation scheme that divides a single digital signal across 1,000 or more signal carriers simultaneously. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Link Control Protocol (LCP)

In computer networking, Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) provides a standard way to transport multiprotocol data over point-to-point links; within PPP, Link Control Protocol (LCP) establishes, configures and tests data link internet connections. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Gigabit broadband funding targets over two million homes and businesses

Digital infrastructure upgrades planned for rural and hard-to-reach areas to support post-pandemic economic growth and improve home connectivity Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Hospitality firms must accelerate digital transformation to secure long-term recovery

Key retail sector must respond quickly to new post-pandemic digital-first demands and consumer behaviours to regain competitive edge, says study Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

IDC: Double-digit global smartphone growth in second quarter

Analyst finds global consumers around the world continue to show the need for mobile devices, and a particular increasing willingness to buy 5G devices as price points go down Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Community Fibre hits milestone of 300,000 homes passed

Community-focused altnet adds 100,000 London homes passed in six months to drive the growing reach of its full-fibre network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fibre to the fore as OECD countries add 21 million fixed broadband connections

The future is arriving fast in the broadband industry in developed nations, as OECD research finds fibre deployment is gaining traction at the expense of traditional copper-wire connections in a post-Covid environment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

File Transfer Access and Management (FTAM)

File Transfer Access and Management (FTAM) is an OSI application Layer 7 protocol that standardizes how files are accessed and managed in a distributed network file system. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Virgin Media O2 unveils UK fibre upgrade plan

Newly merged operator announces FTTP upgrade of fixed network starting this year with completion in 2028, taking advantage of what it says is efficient fibre deployment with ‘value accretive roll-out economics’ Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Accelerating UK full-fibre sees altnet association register record membership growth

Independent Networks Cooperative Association enjoys membership boom as altnets build momentum in UK and take on comms big guns in dash for fibre to the home and premises Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Profits, revenues fall but BT expands 5G, fibre in first quarter

UK incumbent telco sees profits and revenues fall, but increases capital investments in next-generation wireless and extends Microsoft strategic partnership Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Investigatory Powers Tribunal finds UK spy agencies unlawfully collected personal data

Campaign groups Privacy International and Liberty are gearing up to bring further legal action after a court found that UK spy agencies unlawfully collected phone and internet records Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Verizon, Samsung complete fully virtualised C-band 5G data session

Tech giant and US operator announce C-band trial that they say paves the way for a more programmable, efficient and scalable 5G network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G adoption ‘purposely delayed’ by European network strategy decision-makers

Aiming to gain a deeper understanding of user perspectives on 5G, including adoption plans and implementation obstacles, research from IoT and wireless solutions provider claims to have found alarming lack of purpose to explore next-gen networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Apple posts all-time high for Q3 revenues

Global tech giant continues storming the consumer electronics industry, reporting record revenues for its June quarter featuring double-digit growth in each of its product categories and significant improvements in its services segment Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G offers potential £6.3bn boost to UK manufacturing by 2030

In addition to outlining the potential of adding multi billions to the value of the UK manufacturing industry by the end of the decade, the UK operator recommends support for manufacturers to invest in 5G mobile private networks, and the creation of 5G test and innovation centres Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G roamers to surpass 200 million by 2026

With travel restrictions around the world being slowly phased out, analyst predicts 4,500% growth in 5G roaming subscribers over the next five years Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Some 15 million UK consumers suffered major broadband outage in past year

Study covering first full year of lockdown reveals how millions of home-workers and home-schoolers experienced internet outages when they would usually have been at their workplaces or in school Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly