BROWSING: legacy infrastructure
Networks go cloud-native and unified with OpenRAN (Reader Forum)
Carrier networks need increased flexibility as they juggle 5G with legacy technologies
This year, carriers across the globe will be considering how they can cost-effectively roll out new 5G networks, whilst reducing complexity in their legacy 2G/3G/4G infrastructure.
In developing markets, carriers face the challenge of...
Microsoft absorbs Avere Systems as part of hybrid cloud strategy
Microsoft acquires Avere Systems
Microsoft recently announced it has agreed to purchase data storage startup Avere Systems for an undisclosed amount. The move could help Microsoft’s Azure bolster revenue by targeting customers who want to take advantage of the cloud but are not ready to...
NFV and cloud investments stressed in Oracle survey
Oracle releases survey noting main issues facing service providers and potential solutions
Oracle recently conducted a new global survey titled “The Communications Cloud: CSPs Take on Tomorrow,” polling the top challenges facing customer service providers (CPS) and how they might be overcome. The survey found...
Legacy infrastructure inhibiting cloud potential, Riverbed survey finds
Riverbed releases results of its Riverbed Future of Network Global Survey
Riverbed Technology recently unveiled the results of the Riverbed Future of Network Global Survey 2017, revealing a near unanimous agreement among IT professionals that legacy infrastructures are hindering cloud and digital strategies. The survey,...