GSM

GAN, or Generic Access Network, in telecommunications, refers to a network architecture that allows mobile devices to seamlessly switch between various wireless networks, such as cellular networks, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. The primary goal of GAN is to provide users with continuous connectivity and enable their devices to use the most suitable and cost-effective network available … Read more

In the context of GPRS (General Packet Radio Service), GGSN (Gateway GPRS Support Node) and SGSN (Serving GPRS Support Node) are essential network elements that play distinct roles in the packet-switched mobile data communication system. GPRS is a technology that enables the efficient transmission of data over GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) networks. GGSN … Read more

GMSK, or Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying, is a modulation scheme used in GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) for the transmission of data over radio channels. It is a form of digital modulation that is particularly well-suited for efficient and reliable communication in mobile networks. GMSK is employed in GSM to modulate the digital signals … Read more

FTTH, or Fiber to the Home, is a telecommunications infrastructure that involves the deployment of optical fiber directly to individual residences or businesses. In an FTTH network, the entire communication path, from the central office or exchange to the customer’s premises, is comprised of optical fiber. This technology provides high-speed broadband services with significant bandwidth … Read more

FTTP, or Fiber to the Premises, is a telecommunications infrastructure that involves the deployment of optical fiber directly to individual residences, businesses, or other premises. Similar to FTTH (Fiber to the Home), FTTP encompasses a broader scope by including various types of premises beyond just residential homes. The key characteristic of FTTP is the direct … Read more

Full duplex in telecommunications refers to a communication mode in which data transmission can occur simultaneously in both directions—simultaneous two-way communication. In a full-duplex communication system, devices can both send and receive data at the same time, allowing for more efficient and continuous interaction. This is in contrast to half-duplex communication, where devices can either … Read more

FWA, or Fixed Wireless Access, is a telecommunications technology that provides high-speed internet access to fixed locations using wireless communication. Unlike mobile wireless technologies that support devices in motion, FWA is designed for stationary locations, such as homes and businesses. It typically involves the deployment of wireless connections between a fixed base station or access … Read more

FMC, or Fixed-Mobile Convergence, is a telecommunications strategy that aims to integrate and unify fixed-line (wired) and mobile (wireless) communication services, providing users with a seamless and consistent experience across various devices and network types. The goal of FMC is to enable users to access communication services, such as voice, data, and multimedia, from any … Read more

Fronthaul in telecommunications refers to the segment of the network that connects the centralized or cloud-based baseband processing unit (BBU) to the remote radio heads (RRHs) or distributed units (DUs) in a wireless communication system. Fronthaul is a critical component of the overall network architecture, particularly in centralized radio access network (C-RAN) and cloud radio … Read more

FTTC, or Fiber to the Cabinet, is a telecommunications infrastructure that combines optical fiber and traditional copper-based infrastructure to deliver high-speed broadband services to end-users. In an FTTC deployment, optical fiber is extended from the central office or exchange to a street cabinet (also known as a distribution point or node), and the final connection … Read more