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An in-depth glossary about the 4G/LTE network architecture, covering its nodes, transmission techniques, protocols and data formats.

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The control node that processes the signaling between the UE and the core network. The protocols running between the UE and the core network are known as the Non Access Stratum (NAS) protocols.

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

The use of multiple transmitters and receivers (multiple antennas) on wireless devices for improved performance.

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

A 4G wireless broadband technology developed by the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP). LTE provides significantly increased peak data rates, with the potential for 100 Mbps downstream and ...

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

A central database that contains user-related and subscription-related information. The functions of the HSS include functionalities such as mobility management, call and session establishment ...

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

A technique that enables faster recovery from errors in cellular networks by storing corrupted packets in the receiving device rather than discarding them. Even if retransmitted packets have errors, ...

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

A transmission method that uses separate channels for the uplink and downlink (transmit and receive).

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

The core network of LTE, responsible for the overall control of the UE and establishment of the bearers. IP-based core network defined by 3GPP in release 8 for use by LTE and other access ...

Domain: Telecommunications; Category: Wireless communication

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