Glossary
C
- Core Network
- The network infrastructure that provides services and connectivity between the user equipment and external networks in LTE.
D
- Diameter Applications in IMS
- Diameter applications used in IMS include the Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) application, the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) application, and the Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP) application.
- Diameter Protocol
- A signaling protocol used in LTE networks for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) purposes. It is a scalable and extensible protocol that provides secure and reliable communication between network elements.
E
- EV-DO (eHRPD) Interworking
- he interworking of LTE networks with EV-DO (Evolution-Data Optimized) networks, including the use of eHRPD (Evolved High Rate Packet Data) to support seamless data transfer.
- Ethernet Backhaul for LTE
- A backhaul solution that uses Ethernet technology to connect the base stations to the core network in an LTE network. It provides a scalable, reliable, and cost-effective backhaul solution.
- Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
- The Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is a core network architecture that provides packet-switched connectivity to LTE users, including features such as Quality of Service (QoS), security, and mobility management.
- Evolved UTRAN
- Evolved UTRAN (E-UTRAN) refers to the LTE Radio Access Network (RAN), which is composed of base stations (eNodeBs) and their associated components.
I
- IMS
- IP Multimedia Subsystem is a network architecture used in LTE networks to provide multimedia services, including voice and video.
- IP Convergence
- The integration of voice, data, and multimedia services over an IP-based network.
- IPv6
- Internet Protocol version 6 is a network layer protocol used in LTE networks for addressing and routing data traffic.
L
- LTE (Long Term Evolution)
- A wireless communication standard used for high-speed data transmission over LTE networks.
- LTE / LTE-Advanced
- The evolution of the LTE standard to include advanced features and improved performance.
- LTE Air Interface
- The wireless communication interface used in LTE networks for transmitting data between user equipment and base stations.
- LTE Capacity Planning
- The process of planning and managing the network capacity of an LTE network to ensure it can handle current and future data traffic demands.
- LTE Core Network Design
- The process of designing the LTE core network architecture, including the deployment of network nodes, interfaces, and protocols.
- LTE Core Network Planning
- The process of designing the LTE core network infrastructure to ensure efficient and effective data transmission and network management.
- LTE GSM/UMTS
- The interworking of LTE networks with existing GSM/UMTS networks to provide seamless connectivity and service continuity.
- LTE Interfaces
- LTE Interfaces refer to the different connections and interfaces used within the LTE network architecture for communication between different network elements.
- LTE Network Architecture
- The overall architecture of an LTE network, including the RAN, core network, and user equipment.
- LTE Operations and Procedures
- The set of operations and procedures required for the operation and maintenance of an LTE network. It includes network management, fault management, and performance management.
- LTE Packet Core (SAE/EPC and EPS)
- The LTE Packet Core, also known as System Architecture Evolution (SAE) and Evolved Packet Core (EPC), is a core network architecture that provides packet-switched connectivity to LTE users.
- LTE Planning and Optimization
- he process of designing and optimizing an LTE network to meet the coverage, capacity, and quality of service requirements of the users. It includes radio network planning, frequency planning, and interference management.
- LTE Protocols and Signaling
- The set of protocols and signaling messages used in LTE networks to facilitate communication between user equipment and the core network.
- LTE QoS
- Quality of Service refers to the ability of the LTE network to prioritize traffic and provide different levels of service to different types of data traffic.
- LTE RAN
- LTE RAN stands for Long-Term Evolution Radio Access Network, which is a part of the overall LTE network that handles radio communications between user devices and the core network.
- LTE RAN Signaling and Operations
- The process of managing the radio access network (RAN) and its signaling operations in LTE networks.
- LTE RF Design
- The process of designing the LTE radio frequency infrastructure, including the placement of base stations, antennas, and other equipment.
- LTE RF Performance
- The measurement and analysis of the performance of the LTE radio frequency infrastructure.
- LTE RF Planning
- The process of planning and optimizing radio frequency coverage and capacity in LTE networks.
- LTE Security
- The set of technologies and protocols used to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data transmitted over LTE networks.
- LTE Traffic Engineering
- The process of optimizing the flow of data traffic over an LTE network to ensure efficient and reliable transmission.
- LTE protocols
- LTE protocols refer to the set of rules and standards used in the LTE network for data communication between different network elements.
- LTE-Advanced (R10 and beyond)
- A further development of the LTE standard that offers enhanced features and performance compared to LTE.
- LTE-EPC Signaling
- The communication protocol used between the user equipment and the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) in the LTE network. It includes the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and the Session Description Protocol (SDP).
- LTE/EPC Interworking
- LTE/EPC Interworking refers to the communication and interoperability between the LTE RAN and the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) network elements.
- LTE/SAE/EPC Network Architecture
- The LTE/SAE/EPC Network Architecture refers to the overall architecture of the LTE network, including the Radio Access Network (RAN), the Evolved Packet Core (EPC), and the interfaces between them.
M
- MIMO
- Multiple-Input and Multiple-Output is a wireless technology that uses multiple antennas at both the transmitter and receiver to improve data speed and reliability.
- MPLS
- Multiprotocol Label Switching is a networking technology used in LTE networks to provide efficient and reliable data transport.
- MS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) in LTE
- A network architecture that enables multimedia services in LTE networks. It provides a framework for the integration of voice, video, and other multimedia services.
O
- OFDMA
- Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access is a multi-user version of OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing), which is a modulation technique used in LTE networks to transmit data over multiple subcarriers.
P
- PCC (Policy and Charging Control)
- A mechanism used in LTE networks to control the network resources and charging based on the user’s subscription and the network operator’s policies. It includes policy enforcement and charging functions.
Q
- QoS Applied to LTE-EPC
- Quality of Service (QoS) is a mechanism used in LTE networks to provide differentiated services to different types of traffic. It is applied to the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) to ensure that the network resources are allocated appropriately.
S
- SAE/ePC/EPS
- The system architecture evolution (SAE) of LTE networks, including the evolved packet core (ePC) and evolved packet system (EPS).
- SMS over LTE
- The transmission of SMS (Short Message Service) messages over an LTE network.
- Self-Organizing Networks (SON)
- Self-Organizing Networks (SON) refer to automated networks that use algorithms to manage and optimize network performance, configuration, and maintenance.
V
- Voice over IMS for LTE-EPC
- The use of IMS to provide voice services over an LTE network.
- Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
- The use of LTE to provide voice services, including high-definition voice calls.