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Providers Need a Cloud-Optimized Metro Network to Deal with the Rising Data Storm
12/3/2013 - Overcoming the challenges of the data storm that is putting stress on metro networks.

Alcatel-Lucent Metro Cell Express Site Certification Program to Speed Small Cell Deployment
12/3/2013 - The speed at which small cells have gone from being interesting ways for mobile service providers to increase network reach, provide high-performance coverage in dense traffic areas and serve as a platform for new news to necessities has been nothing short of breathtaking. In just a few short years, the explosion of personal devices, and demands for bandwidth-hungry data services like video along with the growth of social media have made getting wireless broadband as close to the customer with a superior user experience a financial and competitive imperative. Small cells are the answer.

Carrier Ethernet Demarcation Solution in support of Mobile Backhaul Applications
12/2/2013 - Alcatel-Lucent 7210 Service Access Switch helps service providers extend Ethernet and unlock new revenue streams.

Nuage Networks Now Enables Quick Provisioning of Non-Virtual Assets
12/2/2013 - Nuage Networks overcomes challenge of integrating non-virtualized data center equipment with virtual assets.

Alcatel-Lucent Helps Operators Transition to the Cloud with its CloudBand Ecosystem
11/25/2013 - Alcatel-Lucent CloudBand Ecosystem aims to accelerate service provider transitions to network functions virtualization (NFV).

Packet Microwave Helps the Middle East and Africa Scale Mobile Backhaul to Meet Demand
11/25/2013 - Packet microwave is increasingly the choice of operators in the Middle East and Africa to meet exploding user demand.

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The Time is Right for PSTN Migrationt
Upgrading to ultra-fast broadband will facilitate PSTN transformation and unlock new revenue opportunities.

IP Border Controllers for the Long Term
Session border controllers (SBCs) must evolve to support rich new communication services built on all-IP networks.

Manage Signaling Impact of Small Cells
Adding small cells to your LTE macro network can have a big impact on the EPC. They are ideal for coverage and capacity, but the signaling load on your MME will grow.

2 Strategies to Scale Microwave Capacity
Higher-order modulation formats or packet compression mechanisms â€” which approach is best for your modern microwave network?

Optical Networks Light Up Broadband Experience
The optical network provides high capacity connectivity along with the network flexibility and intelligence required to maximize network utilization.

Why EPON makes sense for MSOs
Industry Analyst Review: Ovum Telecoms Research. Ovum was delighted to see Alcatel-Lucent's recent announcement of its EPON solution for cable operators along with a customer win with Bright House Networks.

Microwave: Packet Compression Makes an Impression
The shift towards IP-based data traffic is driving the need to evolve to packet microwave systems. Read about the innovations and benefits microwave network operators can realize.

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