Virtualised radio-access networks (vRAN) and open radio-access networks (Open RAN) are two cutting-edge network solutions that are revolutionising the telecoms industry.
vRAN is a brand new architecture for mobile networks in which the RAN functions run as software in the cloud rather than in specialist boxes, and Open RAN is a subset in which, via open interfaces, equipment and software from multiple vendors can be integrated.
Our curated resources range from the basics of vRAN and Open RAN to expert analysis of the latest advancements in this field and forecasts derived from a wide range of operator surveys, economic analysis and customer projects.
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