What is HSPA?

What is HSPA? Today, let’s understand HSPA, and along the way, I’ll connect it with other technologies we’ve talked about like LTE and UMTS so that you can place it clearly in your mind. HSPA stands for High-Speed Packet Access, and it’s a mobile broadband technology used to enhance 3G (UMTS) networks by improving data … Read more

How do I find mcc and mnc?

How do I find MCC and MNC? Today, as we explore how to find the Mobile Country Code (MCC) and Mobile Network Code (MNC), I want to help you clearly understand what these codes are and where you can find them. If you remember, in one of our earlier topics, we talked about how LTE … Read more

What is HSS in communication?

What is HSS in Communication? Today, as we explore more about the LTE core network, I want to explain something that plays a central role in managing user identities and subscriptions — and that’s the HSS, or Home Subscriber Server. If you’ve already gone through topics like MME or EPC, you’ll see how this one … Read more

What does HSS do?

What does HSS do? Today, let’s dive into the role of the HSS – the Home Subscriber Server – in an LTE network. Since we’ve previously talked about elements like the MME and SGW, it’s a good time to understand how HSS fits into the big picture and how it interacts with these nodes to … Read more

What is an eNodeB?

What is an eNodeB? Let me explain the concept of eNodeB in LTE to you. The eNodeB, or Evolved Node B, is a key component of the LTE network. It acts as the base station that connects the user equipment (UE), such as your smartphone or tablet, to the core network. In simpler terms, it’s … Read more

What is RTR in telecommunications?

What is RTR in Telecommunications? Today, let me explain RTR in telecommunications. You might have heard about the term RTR, and in telecommunications, it stands for “Real-Time Reporting.” It’s a crucial concept that involves tracking, monitoring, and providing feedback about the performance of a network in real-time. Real-time reporting allows network operators to assess the … Read more

Why is the SINR low?

Why is the SINR Low? Today, we’re going to dive into understanding why SINR (Signal to Interference plus Noise Ratio) might be low in a network. If you’ve been following along in previous articles, we’ve learned about SINR and how it affects the performance of mobile networks like LTE. Now, let’s explore the reasons why … Read more

What is PLMn code?

What is PLMN Code in LTE? Today, we are going to explore the concept of the PLMN code in LTE. As we’ve discussed in previous articles, each network in a cellular system is identified by a unique identifier. The PLMN (Public Land Mobile Network) code is one such identifier that is essential for mobile network … Read more

What is PLMN on mobile?

What is PLMN on Mobile? Today, let’s talk about something important when it comes to mobile networks: PLMN. You might have heard of PLMN while setting up your mobile device or while configuring network settings, but what exactly does it mean? Let me break it down for you so you can understand it clearly. What … Read more

What is meant by a WLAN?

What is meant by a WLAN? Today, I want to help you understand what a WLAN is and how it works, especially if you’re already familiar with topics like LTE, carrier aggregation, or radio access technologies we’ve discussed earlier. Just like LTE handles wide-area connectivity using cellular towers, WLAN takes care of wireless connections over … Read more