Benefits
Reducing Complexity Enhancing Flexibility and Agility Improving Cost Efficiency Fostering Innovation
Virtualization (vRAN)
Implementing baseband processing and other RAN functions in software that can run on general-purpose servers.
Open RAN (O-RAN)
Utilizing standardized and open interfaces between different RAN components (like the Radio Unit, Distributed Unit, and Centralized Unit) to allow interoperability among vendors.
Cloudification (Cloud RAN)
Deploying RAN elements in cloud environments for greater scalability and resource management.
Automation and AI
Leveraging artificial intelligence and automation to optimize network performance and simplify management tasks.
Open Source Initiatives
Projects like the SimpleRAN initiative itself, along with contributions from companies like Rapid.Space, emphasize the use of open-source software and even open hardware designs to promote transparency and reduce costs.
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