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8th July 2003 |
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Taiwan : Taiwan Fixed Network (TFN), a leading fixed-line operator in Taiwan, has deployed Passport 7000 Multiservice Switches from Nortel Networks for an island-wide data network that supports ATM (asynchronous transfer mode) and IP (Internet Protocol) traffic for TFN's affiliate company, Taiwan Cellular Corporation (TCC). The new Passport-based data network is an integral part of TCC's Universal Mobile Telecommunication System (UMTS) third generation (3G) wireless Radio Access Network (RAN). It has positioned TFN to support the increasing volume of data traffic being generated by TCC mobile users. The network features the first UMTS RAN aggregation application in Asia for Nortel Networks. "Passport switches are an integral part of our Wireless Data Networks portfolio," said Jackson Wu, managing director, Taiwan, Nortel Networks. "Successful deployment of Passport 7000 in a UMTS radio access network further strengthens Nortel Networks leadership position in building high-performance multiservice networks that span both wireless and wireline networks. Passport's proven ATM traffic management and QoS features support wireless IP and TDM voice services today, while positioning TFN for a seamless upgrade to MPLS in the future." Nortel Networks Passport 7000 Multiservice Switches have positioned TFN to aggregate TCC's UMTS RAN hub traffic cost-effectively into TFN's packet core. TFN is using the proven, reliable ATM services of Passport 7000 for traffic aggregation and statistical multiplexing. This will help TFN to drive reduced transport costs by extending packet networking efficiency to the RAN. In addition, Passport's ability to support multiple services on the same hardware also offers TFN tremendous flexibility and investment protection in RAN applications. The complete Passport portfolio -- including Passport 7000, 15000 and 20000 Multiservice Switches -- delivers industry-leading packet networking benefits to current and emerging next generation wireless networks, including those based on TDMA, GSM, GPRS, UMTS, CDMA and CDMA2000 radio technologies. The recent addition of Passport 7420 -- joining a family that includes Passport 7440 and 7480 -- provides yet another option for wireless operators seeking a high concentration of features in a smaller footprint that is ideal for UMTS RAN applications. |
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TODAY'S
PRESS RELEASES |
Japn's
KDDI reported over 525,000 new subscribers for its 3G service which uses
the "au" phones bringing its 3G subscriber total to over 8.5
Million. |
The
mobile markets of Eastern Europe undoubtedly will grow, but at different
speeds and levels of opportunityand ow fixed-line penetration provides
a unique opportunity for mobile network operators, in both voice and data
communications. |
The
new Passport-based data network is an integral part of TCC's Universal
Mobile Telecommunication System (UMTS) third generation (3G) wireless
Radio Access Network (RAN). |
The
3G service market in Japan is expected to reach 69 million subscribers
in 2007, and will account for 77.6% of the 88.9 million subscriptions
in the entire cellular phone/PHS market. |
Shoppers
across the UK can now see video-mobiles in action when they pop out of
the office for a sandwich, or to pick up the latest cosmetics range. |
With
its new UMTS platform for mobile betting on horse races, scaraboo allows
users to place bets via mobile devices such as Pocket PCs and mobile phones. |
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