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First Broadband Vendors Successfully Pass vOMCI Interoperability Testing
The first three broadband network vendors have completed interoperability testing for the Broadband Forum’s vOMCI standard (TR-451) at a plugfest held at the University of New Hampshire’s InterOperability Lab (UNH-IOL) between June and September 2023. Altice Labs, MT2, Nokia and Radisys Corporation took part in the Virtualized ONU Management and Control Interface (vOMCI) Plugfest and […]
FCC Has Questions About Broadband Speeds and Deployment
As part of this inquiry over the years, the FCC has set a speed benchmark defining when “fixed broadband service”—that is, service that is fixed to a specific location such as a home, as opposed to mobile broadband service—provides “advanced telecommunications capability.” The FCC uses this benchmark to assess broadband deployment across the country.[1] Of […]
How to get more data for less on a Sim-only deal
In our survey of mobile customers, the most common Sim-only contract was for unlimited data, followed by 5GB of data. People’s data needs are very different, but one thing everyone should be keen on is getting value for money. The amount of data included with Sim-only deals has been increasing faster than usage – or […]
Best Sim Only Deals In Ireland – August 2023
Are you out of contract or looking for a better deal for your mobile phone? If so, there are some great SIM Only deals available in Ireland right now with huge savings to be made over long contract plans. We’ve teamed up with Switcher.ie, the free and impartial price comparison and switching service, to find […]
Purdue University Launches Broadband Team to Serve All of Indiana
A new initiative at Purdue University between various offices – including one focused on rural affairs – aims to create a coalition of students, alumni, and employees to raise awareness about broadband access and adoption across Indiana, although its specific impact on rural residents remains unclear. The Purdue Broadband Team (PBT) is made up of […]