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Backhaul (telecommunications)
In a hierarchical telecommunications network the backhaul portion of the network comprises the intermediate links between the core network, or backbone network and the small subnetworks at the "...
In a hierarchical telecommunications network the backhaul portion of the network comprises the intermediate links between the core network, or backbone network and the small subnetworks at the "...
Base station
The term base station can be used in the context of land surveying and wireless communications.
The term base station can be used in the context of land surveying and wireless communications.
Base Station Controller
The base station subsystem (BSS) is the section of a traditional cellular telephone network which is responsible for handling traffic and signaling between a mobile phone and the network ...
The base station subsystem (BSS) is the section of a traditional cellular telephone network which is responsible for handling traffic and signaling between a mobile phone and the network ...
Base station subsystem
The base station subsystem (BSS) is the section of a traditional cellular telephone network which is responsible for handling traffic and signaling between a mobile phone and the network ...
The base station subsystem (BSS) is the section of a traditional cellular telephone network which is responsible for handling traffic and signaling between a mobile phone and the network ...
Battery room
A battery room is a room in a facility used to house batteries for large-scale custom-built backup or uninterruptible power systems providing electric power for telecommunication and computing e...
A battery room is a room in a facility used to house batteries for large-scale custom-built backup or uninterruptible power systems providing electric power for telecommunication and computing e...
Border GateWay
Border GateWay (BGW) are telecom network elements that under control of IMS IBCF provide a media proxy of RTP packets between two NGN VOIP platforms.
Border GateWay (BGW) are telecom network elements that under control of IMS IBCF provide a media proxy of RTP packets between two NGN VOIP platforms.
Capwap
CAPWAP - Control and provisioning of wireless access points.
CAPWAP - Control and provisioning of wireless access points.
CAPWAP
CAPWAP - Control and provisioning of wireless access points.
CAPWAP - Control and provisioning of wireless access points.
Cell breathing (telephony)
In CDMA-based mobile telephone systems, the effect of radio interference from other mobile transmitters in the same cell or coverage area is very marked and has a special name, cell breathing.
In CDMA-based mobile telephone systems, the effect of radio interference from other mobile transmitters in the same cell or coverage area is very marked and has a special name, cell breathing.
Cell site
A cell site is a term used to describe a site where antennas and electronic communications equipment are placed, usually on a radio mast, tower or other high place, to create a cell (or adja...
A cell site is a term used to describe a site where antennas and electronic communications equipment are placed, usually on a radio mast, tower or other high place, to create a cell (or adja...
Cellular network
A cellular network or mobile network is a radio network distributed over land areas called cells, each served by at least one fixed-location transceiver, known as a cell site or base station.
A cellular network or mobile network is a radio network distributed over land areas called cells, each served by at least one fixed-location transceiver, known as a cell site or base station.
Cellular repeater
A cellular repeater, cell phone repeater, or wireless cellular signal booster, a type of bi-directional amplifier (BDA) as commonly named in the wireless telecommunications indu...
A cellular repeater, cell phone repeater, or wireless cellular signal booster, a type of bi-directional amplifier (BDA) as commonly named in the wireless telecommunications indu...
Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building
Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building is a registered historic building in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Cincinnati and Suburban Telephone Company Building is a registered historic building in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Control channel
In radio communication, a control channel is a central channel that controls other constituent radios by handling data streams.
In radio communication, a control channel is a central channel that controls other constituent radios by handling data streams.
Convergent charging
Convergent charging and billing, is a solution in the telecommunications industry that enables common management of all users and all services for operators.
Convergent charging and billing, is a solution in the telecommunications industry that enables common management of all users and all services for operators.
Core network
A core network, or network core, is the central part of a telecom network that provides various services to customers who are connected by the access network.
A core network, or network core, is the central part of a telecom network that provides various services to customers who are connected by the access network.
Coverage (telecommunication)
In telecommunications, the coverage of a radio station is the geographic area where the station can communicate.
In telecommunications, the coverage of a radio station is the geographic area where the station can communicate.
Dynamic Discount
Dynamic Discounting (also known as Dynamic Tariffing or Dynamic Discount Solution) is the technology used by MTN Group, the Africa and Middle East telecoms provider, to operate MTN Zone, a prep...
Dynamic Discounting (also known as Dynamic Tariffing or Dynamic Discount Solution) is the technology used by MTN Group, the Africa and Middle East telecoms provider, to operate MTN Zone, a prep...
Edge STP
Edge STPs are networking hardware devices embedded with software that performs routing, signaling, firewall, and packet conversion functions.
Edge STPs are networking hardware devices embedded with software that performs routing, signaling, firewall, and packet conversion functions.
ERMC (cable system)
ERMC or Europe-Russia-Mongolia-China (also known as "ERC" and "Europe-Russia-China") is an overland telecommunications cable system linking Asia and Europe via Russia and Mongolia.
ERMC or Europe-Russia-Mongolia-China (also known as "ERC" and "Europe-Russia-China") is an overland telecommunications cable system linking Asia and Europe via Russia and Mongolia.
Frameworx
Frameworx, formerly known as NGOSS or "New Generation Operations Systems and Software" is the TeleManagement Forum’s programme to provide ways to help Communication Service Providers to ma...
Frameworx, formerly known as NGOSS or "New Generation Operations Systems and Software" is the TeleManagement Forum’s programme to provide ways to help Communication Service Providers to ma...
GLO-1 (cable system)
The GLO-1 submarine communications cable is a cable system along the west coast of Africa between Nigeria and the UK, owned by Nigerian telecoms operator Globacom.
The GLO-1 submarine communications cable is a cable system along the west coast of Africa between Nigeria and the UK, owned by Nigerian telecoms operator Globacom.
GPRS Core Network
The GPRS core network is the centralized part of the General Packet Radio Service system for 2G and WCDMA based 3G mobile networks.
The GPRS core network is the centralized part of the General Packet Radio Service system for 2G and WCDMA based 3G mobile networks.
Greenfield project
In many disciplines a greenfield is a project that lacks any constraints imposed by prior work.
In many disciplines a greenfield is a project that lacks any constraints imposed by prior work.
Ground plane
In electrical engineering, a ground plane is an electrically conductive surface, usually connected to electrical ground.
In electrical engineering, a ground plane is an electrically conductive surface, usually connected to electrical ground.
Grounding kit
A grounding kit / earthing kit can be described as a kind of lightning protector which avoids lightning punctures on cables.
A grounding kit / earthing kit can be described as a kind of lightning protector which avoids lightning punctures on cables.
GTP'
GTP' (GTP prime) is an IP based protocol used within GSM and UMTS networks.
GTP' (GTP prime) is an IP based protocol used within GSM and UMTS networks.
Imperial Wireless Chain
The Imperial Wireless Chain, also known as the Empire Wireless Chain, was a strategic international wireless telegraphy communications network, created to link the countries of the British...
The Imperial Wireless Chain, also known as the Empire Wireless Chain, was a strategic international wireless telegraphy communications network, created to link the countries of the British...
Industry Information Infrastructure
The four characteristics of an Industry Information Infrastructure include the following: The first characteristic of an Industry Information Infrastructure is that the solution must inclu...
The four characteristics of an Industry Information Infrastructure include the following: The first characteristic of an Industry Information Infrastructure is that the solution must inclu...
Industry information infrastructure
The four characteristics of an industry information infrastructure include the following: The first characteristic of an industry information infrastructure is that the solution must inclu...
The four characteristics of an industry information infrastructure include the following: The first characteristic of an industry information infrastructure is that the solution must inclu...
Information Infrastructure
An information infrastructure is defined by Hanseth as "a shared, evolving, open, standardized, and heterogeneous installed base" and by Pironti as all of the people, processes, procedures, tool...
An information infrastructure is defined by Hanseth as "a shared, evolving, open, standardized, and heterogeneous installed base" and by Pironti as all of the people, processes, procedures, tool...
Inter-network processors
Inter-network processors are special-purpose processors which aid in the interconnection of telecommunications networks.
Inter-network processors are special-purpose processors which aid in the interconnection of telecommunications networks.
IP Multimedia Subsystem
The IP Multimedia Subsystem or IP Multimedia Core Network Subsystem (IMS) is an architectural framework for delivering Internet Protocol (IP) multimedia services.
The IP Multimedia Subsystem or IP Multimedia Core Network Subsystem (IMS) is an architectural framework for delivering Internet Protocol (IP) multimedia services.
IP multimedia subsystem
The IP multimedia subsystem or IP multimedia core network subsystem (IMS) is an architectural framework for delivering Internet Protocol (IP) multimedia services.
The IP multimedia subsystem or IP multimedia core network subsystem (IMS) is an architectural framework for delivering Internet Protocol (IP) multimedia services.
IPoDWDM
IP over DWDM is a technology used in telecommunications networks to integrate IP Routers and Switches in the OTN.
IP over DWDM is a technology used in telecommunications networks to integrate IP Routers and Switches in the OTN.
Local loop
In telephony, the local loop (also referred to as a subscriber line) is the physical link or circuit that connects from the demarcation point of the customer premises to the edge of the ca...
In telephony, the local loop (also referred to as a subscriber line) is the physical link or circuit that connects from the demarcation point of the customer premises to the edge of the ca...
MMTEl
MMTel is a global telephony standard based on IP Multimedia Subsystem, offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communication using the media capabilities such as voice, real-ti...
MMTel is a global telephony standard based on IP Multimedia Subsystem, offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communication using the media capabilities such as voice, real-ti...
Mobile station
The mobile station (MS) comprises all user equipment and software needed for communication with a mobile network.
The mobile station (MS) comprises all user equipment and software needed for communication with a mobile network.
Mobile switching centre server
The Mobile Switching Centre Server, or MSC Server abbreviated MSS, is a 3G core network element which controls the network switching subsystem elements.
The Mobile Switching Centre Server, or MSC Server abbreviated MSS, is a 3G core network element which controls the network switching subsystem elements.
Multi-bearer network
A multi-bearer network, or an MBN, is a network having the capability to carry a data packet via one of several alternative bearers.
A multi-bearer network, or an MBN, is a network having the capability to carry a data packet via one of several alternative bearers.
Multimedia Telephony
The 3GPP/NGN IMS Multimedia Telephony Service (MMTel) is a global standard based on the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communicati...
The 3GPP/NGN IMS Multimedia Telephony Service (MMTel) is a global standard based on the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communicati...
Multimedia telephony
The 3GPP/NGN IMS Multimedia Telephony Service is a global standard based on the IP Multimedia Subsystem, offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communication using the media c...
The 3GPP/NGN IMS Multimedia Telephony Service is a global standard based on the IP Multimedia Subsystem, offering converged, fixed and mobile real-time multimedia communication using the media c...
Network access point
A Network Access Point (NAP) was a public network exchange facility where Internet Service Providers (ISPs) connected with one another in peering arrangements.
A Network Access Point (NAP) was a public network exchange facility where Internet Service Providers (ISPs) connected with one another in peering arrangements.
Network access server
A Network Access Server (NAS) is a single point of access to a remote resource.
A Network Access Server (NAS) is a single point of access to a remote resource.
Network Service Access Point Identifier
A Network (Layer) Service Access Point Identifier (NSAPI), is an identifier used in GPRS (cellular data) networks.
A Network (Layer) Service Access Point Identifier (NSAPI), is an identifier used in GPRS (cellular data) networks.
Network switching subsystem
ABCNetwork switching subsystemNetwork switching subsystem is the component of a GSM system that carries out call switching and mobility management functions for mobile phones roaming on the netw...
ABCNetwork switching subsystemNetwork switching subsystem is the component of a GSM system that carries out call switching and mobility management functions for mobile phones roaming on the netw...
NGOSS-TNA
The NGOSS-TNA (NGOSS Technology Neutral Architecture) provides the necessary structural underpinnings and building constructs to support the analysis, design, implementation and deployment of NG...
The NGOSS-TNA (NGOSS Technology Neutral Architecture) provides the necessary structural underpinnings and building constructs to support the analysis, design, implementation and deployment of NG...
Online charging system
Online charging system is a system allowing a Communications service provider to charge their customers, in real time, based on service usage ====Online Charging Functions==== =====Event Based...
Online charging system is a system allowing a Communications service provider to charge their customers, in real time, based on service usage ====Online Charging Functions==== =====Event Based...
Open Transport Network
Open Transport Network (OTN) is a flexible private communication network, based on the fiber optic technology (ref).
Open Transport Network (OTN) is a flexible private communication network, based on the fiber optic technology (ref).
Overhead cable
An overhead cable is a cable for the transmission of information, laid on utility poles.
An overhead cable is a cable for the transmission of information, laid on utility poles.
Packet data serving node
The Packet Data Serving Node, or PDSN, is a component of a CDMA2000 mobile network.
The Packet Data Serving Node, or PDSN, is a component of a CDMA2000 mobile network.
Passive repeater
A passive radio link deflection, or passive repeater is a plant for the implementation of a microwave link, in which because of an obstacle in the signal path no direct line of sight mic...
A passive radio link deflection, or passive repeater is a plant for the implementation of a microwave link, in which because of an obstacle in the signal path no direct line of sight mic...
Point of presence
A point-of-presence (PoP) is an artificial demarcation point or interface point between communications entities.
A point-of-presence (PoP) is an artificial demarcation point or interface point between communications entities.
Policy charging and rules function
Policy and Charging Rules Function is the node designated in real-time to determine policy rules in a multimedia network.
Policy and Charging Rules Function is the node designated in real-time to determine policy rules in a multimedia network.
Project Oxygen (global fibre link)
Project OXYGEN was an ambitious global network proposal by CRT Ltd headed up by Sunil_Tagare to connect 74 countries in 101 landing points with more than of optical fibers – mostly under ...
Project OXYGEN was an ambitious global network proposal by CRT Ltd headed up by Sunil_Tagare to connect 74 countries in 101 landing points with more than of optical fibers – mostly under ...
Radio masts and towers
Radio masts and towers are, typically, tall structures designed to support antennas (also known as aerials) for telecommunications and broadcasting, including television.
Radio masts and towers are, typically, tall structures designed to support antennas (also known as aerials) for telecommunications and broadcasting, including television.
Radio Network Controller
The Radio Network Controller (or RNC) is a governing element in the UMTS radio access network (UTRAN) and is responsible for controlling the Node Bs that are connected to it.
The Radio Network Controller (or RNC) is a governing element in the UMTS radio access network (UTRAN) and is responsible for controlling the Node Bs that are connected to it.
Remote Radio Head
A Remote Radio Head is an equipment used in wireless telecom systems.
A Remote Radio Head is an equipment used in wireless telecom systems.
Ringback Tone Advertising
Ringback Tone Advertising belongs to the category of in call media or in call advertisement.
Ringback Tone Advertising belongs to the category of in call media or in call advertisement.
Ripple Mill, Ringwould
Ripple Windmill is a Grade II listed Smock mill in Ringwould, Kent, England that was built in Drellingore and moved to Ringwould in the early nineteenth century.
Ripple Windmill is a Grade II listed Smock mill in Ringwould, Kent, England that was built in Drellingore and moved to Ringwould in the early nineteenth century.
Satellite modem
A satellite modem or sat modem is a modem used to establish data transfers using a communications satellite as a relay.
A satellite modem or sat modem is a modem used to establish data transfers using a communications satellite as a relay.
Short message service center
A Short Message Service Center is a network element in the mobile telephone network which delivers SMS messages.
A Short Message Service Center is a network element in the mobile telephone network which delivers SMS messages.
Subscriber Location Function
The Subscriber Location Function, or SLF is an entity within an IP Multimedia Subsystem that provides information about the Home Subscriber Server (HSS) that is associated with a particula...
The Subscriber Location Function, or SLF is an entity within an IP Multimedia Subsystem that provides information about the Home Subscriber Server (HSS) that is associated with a particula...
Subscriber location function
The subscriber location function, or SLF is an entity within an IP multimedia subsystem that provides information about the home subscriber server that is associated with a particular user...
The subscriber location function, or SLF is an entity within an IP multimedia subsystem that provides information about the home subscriber server that is associated with a particular user...
TeleCAD-GIS
TeleCAD-GIS is a scalable, Autodesk-based, CAD/GIS solution for both national and regional (local) telecommunications infrastructure networks planning, design, documenting and maintenance.
TeleCAD-GIS is a scalable, Autodesk-based, CAD/GIS solution for both national and regional (local) telecommunications infrastructure networks planning, design, documenting and maintenance.
Telecom infrastructure sharing
Due to economy of scale property of telecommunication industry, sharing of telecom infrastructure among telecom service providers is becoming the requirement and process of business in the...
Due to economy of scale property of telecommunication industry, sharing of telecom infrastructure among telecom service providers is becoming the requirement and process of business in the...
Telecommunications network
A telecommunications network is a collection of terminals, links and nodes which connect to enable telecommunication between users of the terminals.
A telecommunications network is a collection of terminals, links and nodes which connect to enable telecommunication between users of the terminals.
Telecoms resilience
The term telecoms resilience means enabling a telephone subscriber to continue to be served even when one line is out of service.
The term telecoms resilience means enabling a telephone subscriber to continue to be served even when one line is out of service.
Telephone network
A telephone network is a telecommunications network.
A telephone network is a telecommunications network.
Tower array
A tower array is an arrangement of multiple radio towers which are mast radiators in a phased array.
A tower array is an arrangement of multiple radio towers which are mast radiators in a phased array.
U-TDOA
U-TDOA, or Uplink Time Difference of Arrival, is a real time locating technology for mobile phone networks that uses multilateration based on timing of received signals to locate a mobile ...
U-TDOA, or Uplink Time Difference of Arrival, is a real time locating technology for mobile phone networks that uses multilateration based on timing of received signals to locate a mobile ...
Utility pole
A utility pole is a pole used to support overhead power lines and various other public utilities, such as cable, fibre optic cable, and related equipment such as transformers and street lights.
A utility pole is a pole used to support overhead power lines and various other public utilities, such as cable, fibre optic cable, and related equipment such as transformers and street lights.
WAP billing
WAP billing is a mechanism for consumers to buy content from WAP Wireless Application Protocol sites that is charged directly to their mobile phone bill.
WAP billing is a mechanism for consumers to buy content from WAP Wireless Application Protocol sites that is charged directly to their mobile phone bill.
Wideband Global SATCOM system
The Wideband Global SATCOM system is a high capacity satellite communications system planned for use in partnership by the United States Department of Defense and the Australian Department of De...
The Wideband Global SATCOM system is a high capacity satellite communications system planned for use in partnership by the United States Department of Defense and the Australian Department of De...
Wideband voice
Wideband Voice refers to the use of Wideband Codecs in Digital telephony.
Wideband Voice refers to the use of Wideband Codecs in Digital telephony.
Wireless access point
In computer networking, a wireless access point is a device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or related standards.
In computer networking, a wireless access point is a device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or related standards.
Xelerated
Xelerated Inc., founded in 2000, was a fabless semiconductor company specializing in ASSP-based Carrier Ethernet chipsets.
Xelerated Inc., founded in 2000, was a fabless semiconductor company specializing in ASSP-based Carrier Ethernet chipsets.
Yota Egg
Yota Egg (also called Interbro iWWR-1000R) — an autonomous mobile gateway between WiMax and WiFi wireless networks.
Yota Egg (also called Interbro iWWR-1000R) — an autonomous mobile gateway between WiMax and WiFi wireless networks.