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Network 2020<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From 2G (voice) to 3G (image) to 4G (video), technological advances drive ever increasing data consumption requirements across cellular networks. Explore historical core cellular network infrastructure and services from IP Services, Communication services, and network Economics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Network Economics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

5G network economics focuses on optimising costs, deploying efficiently, and driving innovation to ensure future mobile networks meet diverse demands while managing challenges like site acquisition and complexity, ultimately enhancing operator profitability and network value. Learn more about Network Economics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Communication Services <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Communication services cater to the diverse needs of mobile users, providing them with connectivity, convenience, and flexibility in their communication activities. Explore the evolution of communication services from Rich Communication Services (RCS), to 5G New Calling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IP Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

IP interconnection is the physical linking of an operator\u2019s IP network with the IP equipment or facilities that belong to another operator\u2019s network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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