Background Access to the internet is no longer the luxury it was 30 years ago. A lack thereof can impact communication, healthcare, education, and job opportunities. Simply stated, Moore’s Law asserts that over time, technology will become more powerful, yet devices will become smaller. While that h
On November 8th, 2023, Australian telecommunications provider Optus experienced a major network blackout . Over 10 million people and 400,000 businesses were left without access to the internet for approximately 12 hours. This was one of the largest internet outages in Australia’s history and ra
Companies in the telecommunications business seem to be innovating constantly. No wonder, seeing how rapidly technology is advancing. It’s been only fifteen years since the release of 4G, only seven since we have been using 5G, and now we are already heading towards 6G, which has been announced as e
A journey through smart cities starts with cutting-edge technologies like IoT, 5G networks, cloud computing, and AI. Our journey will be fast but smooth, using only the most essential resources, enhancing sustainability, and improving the quality of life in urban areas. Besides sci-fi stuff like
Have you ever thought about the mechanisms that enable your digital content to trek the longest of distances across the globe? Or considered the infrastructure that allows the uninterrupted streaming of digital media from servers located continents away? The answer to these marvels of modern
Being able to circulate information quickly and efficiently during times of crisis can be a lifeline for many. Even though telecom is taken for granted every day, it serves as a critical tool when disaster strikes. These networks are what bind together rescue efforts and emergency responses when a
