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One of the things companies struggle with if they choose to outsource part or all of their IT service is the fear of losing control. Having a third party managing a company’s IT should not mean relinquishing control of, or visibility into, the IT infrastructure, however.

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Ericsson’s 5G platform adds unique core and business communication capabilities

Article | September 28, 2023

To leverage the full benefits of 5G and cloud native investments, orchestration and automation are now a critical matter of business. Ericsson’s 5G platform is now being strengthened with new solutions that enable smarter business. David Bjore, Head of R&D and Portfolio, Business Area Digital Services, Ericsson, says: “Through our core networks, service providers can get to market faster and can capitalize on new services, through leading consumer and enterprise communication and monetization solutions, enabling them to stay ahead in the race for 5G business, today and tomorrow.”

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Data Center Networking

Ericsson researchers top 4.3Gbps downlink on 5G millimeter wave

Article | July 5, 2023

With a technical specification comprising 8 component carriers (8CC) aggregating 800MHz of millimeter wave spectrum, Ericsson engineers achieved delivery rates of 4.3Gbps – the fastest 5G speed to date. Ericsson Radio System Street Macro 6701 delivered data with downlink speeds of 4.3Gbps over-the-air to an industry partner test device during interoperability testing. The commercial solution, including network and terminal support, will be available to 5G consumers during 2020.

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Network Management, Network Security

Intelligence Brief: How is 5G changing network ownership?

Article | July 17, 2023

5G necessitates a different network strategy. Unlike previous generations, 5G deployment is not only about adding more sites and increasing backhaul capacity. In fact, it is more about rethinking the whole network architecture to make it agile. The high capacity requirements of 5G will necessitate the use of small cells in cities and areas of high footfall (such as airports) to complement national macro networks. Private networks (for example to sell into enterprise customers) and the concept of a neutral host (such as for sports stadiums) are further examples of diversification.

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5G Needs Edge Computing to Deliver on Its Promises

Article | February 11, 2020

Edge computing will be a key enabler for 5G to deliver on its bandwidth and latency requirements. In the short term, it can enable developers to provide a “5G experience” at scale. In the long term, it will be necessary to optimise customer experience for real-time, data hungry applications. Telecoms operators have reported that 5G in the lab can deliver network speeds that are more than twenty times faster than LTE1. But, this does not reflect the experience of the average user. And 5G roll out in many countries will be limited in terms of coverage and capabilities for several more years, given that the ultra-low latency standards will only be revealed in 3GPP’s Release 16 later this year. This is why it is likely that, for 5G to deliver on its promises, it must be coupled with edge computing.

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SOLiD and ASOCS Unveil Joint O-RAN Solution for Private 5G Networks

GlobeNewswire | September 26, 2023

SOLiD, the leader in cellular in-building mobile coverage, and ASOCS, a leading provider of private 5G network software, today announced a partnership to deliver a complete O-RAN-compliant solution for private 5G and Industrial IoT (IIoT) networks. The joint solution enables rapid deployment of scalable private 5G campus networks with intelligent real-time positioning using the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum. The new private 5G network solution comprises the SOLiD CBRS O-RAN Radio Unit (O-RU), the ASOCS CYRUS® virtual O-RAN Distributed Unit (O-DU) and Centralized Unit (O-CU), and ASOCS Hermes NGP real-time positioning software. The CBRS-compliant solution, certified by the OnGo Alliance, empowers a range of mission-critical Industry 4.0 use cases, such as manufacturing automation, predictive maintenance, real-time asset tracking, and occupational health and safety. The SOLiD CBRS O-RU complies with O-RAN ALLIANCE fronthaul specifications, supporting 4G LTE and 5G New Radio (NR) in standalone (SA) or non-standalone (NSA) architecture. The O-RU is compatible with various virtual or physical baseband products via an eCPRI interface. To improve private 5G network service agility, scalability, and efficiency, the SOLiD Fronthaul Multiplexer (MUX) technology eliminates the need for dedicated bandwidth for each RU, enabling more economical use of the CBRS spectrum. “With the power of AI, the ASOCS software-as-a-service solution enables a cloud-based private 5G network with real-time indoor/ outdoor positioning intelligence to connect data-driven Industry 4.0 edge applications with high accuracy and low latency,” said Niv Zimmerman, vice president of solutions, ASOCS. “Together with SOLiD, we offer a unique, comprehensive solution for deploying private 5G and IIoT networks in a scalable model.” “SOLiD is at the forefront of innovating connectivity with Open RAN architecture, changing how mobile network operators, system integrators, and manufacturers build tomorrow’s networks,” said Yong Hoon Kang, Ph.D., chief technology officer, SOLiD Americas. “The powerful combination of the SOLiD CBRS O-RAN Radio Unit and ASOCS software unleashes 5G to enable fast, turnkey deployment of robust and secure private in-building networks that transform the business environment.” “With low latency, fast data speeds, high reliability, and solid security, the true promise of 5G over CBRS is to enable Industry 4.0 applications for greater productivity and profitability,” said Alan Ewing, executive director, OnGo Alliance. “The SOLiD and ASOCS collaboration is an outstanding example from two of our members of how 5G NR and CBRS come together to deliver exceptional performance.” SOLiD and ASOCS have completed multiple interoperability tests proving the performance of their Open RAN technologies. To learn more, visit SOLiD and ASOCS in meeting room #1178 at MWC Las Vegas, September 26-28. About SOLiD SOLiD enables indoor and outdoor cellular at many of the world’s best-known and most challenging venues — from the busiest airports and subways to Fortune 500 corporate buildings, hospitals, hotels, universities, sports venues, government, industrial, and logistics facilities. SOLiD continuously innovates to deliver best-in-class connectivity solutions that scale to every need. For more information, visit www.solid.com/us. About ASOCS ASOCS provides a fully virtualized private 5G network solution, along with 5G real-time positioning services for enterprises that require mission-critical, data-driven applications. ASOCS products are delivered on a scalable software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, enabling companies to easily implement private 5G networks and benefit from high network reliability, enhanced security, and low latency. For more information, visit www.asocscloud.com.

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Introducing OneLayer Bridge™ a private cellular security solution

Prnewswire | May 10, 2023

OneLayer, a pioneer in providing security for private LTE/5G networks for enterprises, announced today the release of OneLayer Bridge, the first security solution for private mobile networks. The use of private cellular networks allows organizations to improve IoT and OT device connectivity. As the adoption of these networks increases, organizations must consider the essential aspect of network security. OneLayer Bridge has been designed to provide seamless and secure connectivity between the enterprise cellular networks and IT/OT networks. Aptly named Bridge, the product serves as a critical link, bridging the gap between cellular networks and the security capabilities required for devices. The solution enables complete visibility, detection, and remediation of device vulnerabilities, and reduces risks by limiting security breach exposure. OneLayer Bridge makes it easy to discover, assess, and secure IoT device activity. It provides enterprises with a comprehensive view of their security landscape across cellular and IT/OT networks through a single pane of glass and delivers one layer of security. "As the popularity of private cellular networks grows, so do the risks associated with them. At OneLayer, we're committed to providing enterprises with the latest and most holistic solutions to prevent mobile breaches," said Dave Mor, CEO of OneLayer. "Our solution enables enterprises to treat the new mobile network as another enterprise network without the need to be cellular experts." For more information about OneLayer Bridge for private cellular networks, please visit https://onelayer.com/. About OneLayer OneLayer brings complete visibility and threat prevention to IoT and other devices connected to a private LTE & 5G network so any activity can be tracked and policies put in place to secure the environment. With OneLayer's solution, you'll gain full asset management capabilities, get operational intelligence, and protect against cellular breaches through zero-trust segmentation. OneLayer is dedicated to the private cellular networks' security domain. It enables enterprises to treat the new cellular network as another enterprise network without the need to be cellular experts.

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Network Infrastructure

Ethernity Networks Introduces the ENET Wireless Backhaul Solution that Includes Integrated Wireless Bonding

Ethernity Networks | May 10, 2021

Ethernity Networks, a leading provider of data processing offload solutions on programmable hardware for accelerating telco/cloud networks, announced today the launch of the ENET Wireless Backhaul solution, which is designed for dedicated FPGA-based appliances. The solution combines a networking capacity of up to 60Gbps with newly patented bonding technology to optimize 4G and 5G network deployments. The ENET Wireless Backhaul solution runs on an FPGA appliance and is powered by Ethernity's ENET Flow Processor FPGA firmware and Ethernity's newly patented bonding technology. Wireless traffic is distributed uniformly across several 1GbE and 10GbE ports using integrated bonding technologies. It will enable packet fragmentation, reassembly, and reordering for differential delay compensation as a way to connect wireless radio equipment. By continuously distributing data through various wireless links with varying speeds and technologies, the approach also enhances overall wireless efficiency and increases transmitted throughput. This allows operators to solve interruptions or slow wireless transmission caused by inclement weather while still increasing overall transmission distance. ENET Wireless Backhaul is suitable for use in a 4G/5G Indoor or Outdoor Unit, as it includes full Carrier Ethernet Switch/Router capability as well as embedded bonding features. The ENET Wireless Backhaul solution is currently available on Ethernity's standalone UEP-20 (Universal Edge Platform) with 10Gbps traffic spread through 10GbE and various 1GbE ports, as well as commercial off-the-shelf servers that use Ethernity's ACE-NIC FPGA SmartNICs. The solution will also be able to bond 40Gbps traffic on the new UEP-60 platform, which is set to be released in Q3/2021. "By incorporating Ethernity's unique bonding solution for 1G and 10G links, along with our L2/L3/MPLS ENET Flow Processor, the ENET Wireless Backhaul solution delivers unmatched all-weather wireless backhaul resiliency with the best efficiency over different radio technologies," said Oded Bergman, Ethernity's VP of Products and Business Development. About Ethernity Networks Ethernity Networks builds innovative networking and security solutions on programmable hardware to accelerate telco/cloud networks. Ethernity's FPGA logic provides full Carrier Ethernet Switch/Router data plane processing and control functionality that includes a rich set of networking capabilities, robust security, and a wide variety of virtual function accelerations to improve telecommunications networks. Ethernity's complete solutions quickly respond to changing customer requirements, enhancing time-to-market and enabling 5G, edge computing, and NFV.

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Network Management

SOLiD and ASOCS Unveil Joint O-RAN Solution for Private 5G Networks

GlobeNewswire | September 26, 2023

SOLiD, the leader in cellular in-building mobile coverage, and ASOCS, a leading provider of private 5G network software, today announced a partnership to deliver a complete O-RAN-compliant solution for private 5G and Industrial IoT (IIoT) networks. The joint solution enables rapid deployment of scalable private 5G campus networks with intelligent real-time positioning using the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum. The new private 5G network solution comprises the SOLiD CBRS O-RAN Radio Unit (O-RU), the ASOCS CYRUS® virtual O-RAN Distributed Unit (O-DU) and Centralized Unit (O-CU), and ASOCS Hermes NGP real-time positioning software. The CBRS-compliant solution, certified by the OnGo Alliance, empowers a range of mission-critical Industry 4.0 use cases, such as manufacturing automation, predictive maintenance, real-time asset tracking, and occupational health and safety. The SOLiD CBRS O-RU complies with O-RAN ALLIANCE fronthaul specifications, supporting 4G LTE and 5G New Radio (NR) in standalone (SA) or non-standalone (NSA) architecture. The O-RU is compatible with various virtual or physical baseband products via an eCPRI interface. To improve private 5G network service agility, scalability, and efficiency, the SOLiD Fronthaul Multiplexer (MUX) technology eliminates the need for dedicated bandwidth for each RU, enabling more economical use of the CBRS spectrum. “With the power of AI, the ASOCS software-as-a-service solution enables a cloud-based private 5G network with real-time indoor/ outdoor positioning intelligence to connect data-driven Industry 4.0 edge applications with high accuracy and low latency,” said Niv Zimmerman, vice president of solutions, ASOCS. “Together with SOLiD, we offer a unique, comprehensive solution for deploying private 5G and IIoT networks in a scalable model.” “SOLiD is at the forefront of innovating connectivity with Open RAN architecture, changing how mobile network operators, system integrators, and manufacturers build tomorrow’s networks,” said Yong Hoon Kang, Ph.D., chief technology officer, SOLiD Americas. “The powerful combination of the SOLiD CBRS O-RAN Radio Unit and ASOCS software unleashes 5G to enable fast, turnkey deployment of robust and secure private in-building networks that transform the business environment.” “With low latency, fast data speeds, high reliability, and solid security, the true promise of 5G over CBRS is to enable Industry 4.0 applications for greater productivity and profitability,” said Alan Ewing, executive director, OnGo Alliance. “The SOLiD and ASOCS collaboration is an outstanding example from two of our members of how 5G NR and CBRS come together to deliver exceptional performance.” SOLiD and ASOCS have completed multiple interoperability tests proving the performance of their Open RAN technologies. To learn more, visit SOLiD and ASOCS in meeting room #1178 at MWC Las Vegas, September 26-28. About SOLiD SOLiD enables indoor and outdoor cellular at many of the world’s best-known and most challenging venues — from the busiest airports and subways to Fortune 500 corporate buildings, hospitals, hotels, universities, sports venues, government, industrial, and logistics facilities. SOLiD continuously innovates to deliver best-in-class connectivity solutions that scale to every need. For more information, visit www.solid.com/us. About ASOCS ASOCS provides a fully virtualized private 5G network solution, along with 5G real-time positioning services for enterprises that require mission-critical, data-driven applications. ASOCS products are delivered on a scalable software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, enabling companies to easily implement private 5G networks and benefit from high network reliability, enhanced security, and low latency. For more information, visit www.asocscloud.com.

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Introducing OneLayer Bridge™ a private cellular security solution

Prnewswire | May 10, 2023

OneLayer, a pioneer in providing security for private LTE/5G networks for enterprises, announced today the release of OneLayer Bridge, the first security solution for private mobile networks. The use of private cellular networks allows organizations to improve IoT and OT device connectivity. As the adoption of these networks increases, organizations must consider the essential aspect of network security. OneLayer Bridge has been designed to provide seamless and secure connectivity between the enterprise cellular networks and IT/OT networks. Aptly named Bridge, the product serves as a critical link, bridging the gap between cellular networks and the security capabilities required for devices. The solution enables complete visibility, detection, and remediation of device vulnerabilities, and reduces risks by limiting security breach exposure. OneLayer Bridge makes it easy to discover, assess, and secure IoT device activity. It provides enterprises with a comprehensive view of their security landscape across cellular and IT/OT networks through a single pane of glass and delivers one layer of security. "As the popularity of private cellular networks grows, so do the risks associated with them. At OneLayer, we're committed to providing enterprises with the latest and most holistic solutions to prevent mobile breaches," said Dave Mor, CEO of OneLayer. "Our solution enables enterprises to treat the new mobile network as another enterprise network without the need to be cellular experts." For more information about OneLayer Bridge for private cellular networks, please visit https://onelayer.com/. About OneLayer OneLayer brings complete visibility and threat prevention to IoT and other devices connected to a private LTE & 5G network so any activity can be tracked and policies put in place to secure the environment. With OneLayer's solution, you'll gain full asset management capabilities, get operational intelligence, and protect against cellular breaches through zero-trust segmentation. OneLayer is dedicated to the private cellular networks' security domain. It enables enterprises to treat the new cellular network as another enterprise network without the need to be cellular experts.

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Network Infrastructure

Ethernity Networks Introduces the ENET Wireless Backhaul Solution that Includes Integrated Wireless Bonding

Ethernity Networks | May 10, 2021

Ethernity Networks, a leading provider of data processing offload solutions on programmable hardware for accelerating telco/cloud networks, announced today the launch of the ENET Wireless Backhaul solution, which is designed for dedicated FPGA-based appliances. The solution combines a networking capacity of up to 60Gbps with newly patented bonding technology to optimize 4G and 5G network deployments. The ENET Wireless Backhaul solution runs on an FPGA appliance and is powered by Ethernity's ENET Flow Processor FPGA firmware and Ethernity's newly patented bonding technology. Wireless traffic is distributed uniformly across several 1GbE and 10GbE ports using integrated bonding technologies. It will enable packet fragmentation, reassembly, and reordering for differential delay compensation as a way to connect wireless radio equipment. By continuously distributing data through various wireless links with varying speeds and technologies, the approach also enhances overall wireless efficiency and increases transmitted throughput. This allows operators to solve interruptions or slow wireless transmission caused by inclement weather while still increasing overall transmission distance. ENET Wireless Backhaul is suitable for use in a 4G/5G Indoor or Outdoor Unit, as it includes full Carrier Ethernet Switch/Router capability as well as embedded bonding features. The ENET Wireless Backhaul solution is currently available on Ethernity's standalone UEP-20 (Universal Edge Platform) with 10Gbps traffic spread through 10GbE and various 1GbE ports, as well as commercial off-the-shelf servers that use Ethernity's ACE-NIC FPGA SmartNICs. The solution will also be able to bond 40Gbps traffic on the new UEP-60 platform, which is set to be released in Q3/2021. "By incorporating Ethernity's unique bonding solution for 1G and 10G links, along with our L2/L3/MPLS ENET Flow Processor, the ENET Wireless Backhaul solution delivers unmatched all-weather wireless backhaul resiliency with the best efficiency over different radio technologies," said Oded Bergman, Ethernity's VP of Products and Business Development. About Ethernity Networks Ethernity Networks builds innovative networking and security solutions on programmable hardware to accelerate telco/cloud networks. Ethernity's FPGA logic provides full Carrier Ethernet Switch/Router data plane processing and control functionality that includes a rich set of networking capabilities, robust security, and a wide variety of virtual function accelerations to improve telecommunications networks. Ethernity's complete solutions quickly respond to changing customer requirements, enhancing time-to-market and enabling 5G, edge computing, and NFV.

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