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CommScope Definitions: What is Fog?
CommScope Definitions: What is Fog?

Cisco coined the term “fog computing” back in 2015 as the potential impact of literally billions of new data devices was envisioned. The new Internet of Things (IoT) would literally surround us with sensors and systems that through a connected network can provide new types of services and a myriad of new user experiences. Trying to imagine the scale of the IoT seems akin to imagining the number of raindrops surrounding you in a Texas rain storm (it rains hard here).

James Young James Young

March 02, 2018

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is 5G beamforming?
CommScope Definitions: What is 5G beamforming?

Beamforming has progressed over the decades but there were a few issues that made it less than ideal for next-generation mobile networks. In this definition series blog, Mike Brobston explains how new advancements give beamforming an advantage over other technologies in the move toward 5G.

2-8175 (002) Mike Brobston

February 28, 2018

4 minute read
Is antenna selection the key to realizing Gigabit LTE?
Is antenna selection the key to realizing Gigabit LTE?

Gigabit LTE has arrived! For data-hungry, speed-starved end users, a critical mass of mobile devices is able to access and keep up with the new, faster 4G technology. The wireless network’s ability to support Gigabit LTE depends, in large measure, on antenna selection. This blog by Rob Cameron explains what you need to know about antennas for Gigabit LTE.

Rob Cameron Robert Cameron

February 21, 2018

4 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is Edge Computing?
CommScope Definitions: What is Edge Computing?

In the latest entry to the CommScope Definitions series, this blog defines edge computing, a hot topic in the data center industry. What does this mean for service providers and improving the customers experience? Frank Yang explains these and more.

CommScope Staff

February 02, 2018

3 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is SAS?
CommScope Definitions: What is SAS?

In the latest entry to the CommScope Definitions series, this blog defines SAS (Spectrum Access System), which is a hot topic in wireless these days. It’s related to CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service), another hot topic in wireless. Mark Gibson explains them and more.

Mark Gibson Comsearch Commscope Mark Gibson

November 02, 2017

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is Fixed Wireless Access?
CommScope Definitions: What is Fixed Wireless Access?

Fixed wireless access has become a popular table topic for service providers. But what is it and why should you consider it as part of your strategy? Sammit Patel explains as part of CommScope’s Definition Series and talks about the challenges facing fixed wireless.

Sammit Patel_headshot Sammit Patel

September 15, 2017

3 minute read
How to Make Metro Cells Easier to Deploy
How to Make Metro Cells Easier to Deploy

Not sure which metro cell solution meets your requirements? Maybe you need more options. Flexibility is the key to success, says Mike Fabbri in this blog post. Use the new metro cell planning tool to find the CommScope equipment that best meets your needs.

MikeFabbir2 Mike Fabbri

August 29, 2017

2 minute read
CommScope Definitions: What is Ultra-Low Loss?
CommScope Definitions: What is Ultra-Low Loss?

Fiber is vital to data centers. This network infrastructure is constantly increasing the speed and efficiency, enabling higher data throughput; however, fiber cabling and connections lose a certain amount of signal. Today’s standard of high performance is Ultra-Low Loss. James Young explains this topic as part of the CommScope Definitions blog series.

James Young James Young

August 18, 2017

2 minute read