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Virtualization Is the New Key to Wireless Innovation By Ira Brodsky December 11, 2012 11:03AM     Another form of virtualization is occurring with the help of wireless in the home. Believing that home entertainment systems would inevitably be connected to the Internet, entrepreneurs searched for an application that would get things moving. Now, a compelling application has presented itself.   Related Topics Virtualization Wireless Mobile Mobile Phone Mobile Device Management MDM Resellers Latest News Reality TV's New Stars: Small Biz Soundbars Up the Ante on TV Sound Google Glass Raises Privacy Concerns Pentagon Gives iOS 6 Security OK Should Enterprises Skip Windows 8? In the past, wireless carriers built and operated their own networks. Now, vital components of those networks are being virtualized--their functions are being provided as services over the Internet. Wireless network virtualization isn't just a more cost-effective way of doing things, however. Virtualization creates exciting new business opportunities for operators, resellers, and users. Introducing new features and services on traditional mobile networks is time consuming and expensive because traditional mobile networks consist largely of proprietary hardware and software . Virtualizing the mobile network dramatically reduces the time required to develop and deliver new services. Services that catch on with consumers can be quickly scaled to meet demand. And virtualization makes it easier for third parties to create and sell packaged solutions for markets such as health care. The wireless industry is not a complete stranger to virtualization. Today's mobile phones are also personal organizers, digital cameras, portable music players, wristwatches, and GPS receivers. While some additional hardware is involved (such as camera lenses), most of the functions are provided as software or network services. You never have to adjust the time displayed on your mobile phone because your phone gets the exact time for your current location over the network. And that GPS receiver in your phone uses a technology called assisted GPS for faster, more accurate locating. Soon, NFC-equipped phones will serve as virtual credit cards. Catch The Wave The wave of wireless network virtualization comes at a propitious time. In the current economic environment, businesses must focus on reducing costs and boosting productivity. Network virtualization will allow mobile operators to limit capital investment and keep monthly expenses in line with current business activity. The virtualization of credit cards (using NFC) will enable retail merchants to offer customers faster service and greater convenience. Cutting costs while delivering a better customer experience is exactly what's needed during tough times. It would be hard to exaggerate the importance of wireless network virtualization. A mobile phone network is similar to an electric power plant in at least two key respects. Both must be designed to ensure that demand never exceeds capacity. Yet both operate most efficiently when consumption is steady and just shy of capacity. Unfortunately, real-world demand fluctuates greatly and is hard to control. Not many people are willing to make phone calls or download songs at 3:00 AM just because rates are lower. (continued...) 1  |  2  |  3  |  Next Page >   Based on your interest in this article, here's something that may be of interest to you also: (Why?) This article relates to the following term(s) that also match our recommendation: Wireless. (Close) Recommended Reading: The History of Wireless: How Creative Minds Produced Technology for the Masses Synopsis: The History of Wireless reads like a novel. It chronicles the discoveries and inventions that led to today's mass market. Available for the Kindle and in paperback. Tell Us What You Think Comment: Name: Also Visit: iPad Info Center Billions of Bytes Mobile Device Now Apple Info Center TopTechWire.com Making the Case for BYOD. BuiIf you’re just beginning to develop your BYOD strategy or already have an established edict in place, this Forrester white paper which includes a list of benefits and costs associated with deploying a BYOD program can serve as a guide or a checkpoint for successful implementation. Click here download now.  Mobile Tech 1.   Google Glass Raises Privacy Concerns 2.   IDC: Windows Phone Now in 3rd Place 3.   Intel Going Mobile with Its New CEO 4.   Google Bets Its Empty Wallet on Gmail 5.   Stand Turns iPad Into Cash Register

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