What Is CBRS?
CBRS, also known as the 3.5 GHz band or LTE band 48, refers to radio frequencies ranging from 3.5 to 3.7 GHz. CBRS was previously only available to the US federal government and fixed satellite services, but as of 2019, the “innovation band” became partially available for commercial use.
What Is Private LTE?
We’ve discussed CBRS, but what is a private cellular network, and why should businesses care?
A private LTE network employs small cells, which are conceptually similar to Wi-Fi access points, to establish a dedicated private wireless network capable of covering tens of thousands of square feet — a smaller-scale version of a public cellular network. Building an independent LTE network takes more time and resources than relying on existing public networks.
Private LTE vs Public LTE
Why would you use private networks in the first place? After all, in today’s world, public LTE and Wi-Fi networks are a necessity, if not an expectation. Why are businesses investing in their own networks when they could benefit from the networks that telecom giants have already built?
Wireless has become the “fourth utility” for many enterprise organizations, ranking alongside power, water, and Internet connectivity.
When public LTE and Wi-Fi networks are unavailable due to coverage limitations or do not function properly due to capacity issues, data-driven operations, and critical services come to a halt.
To overcome this challenge, organizations in the United States are increasingly considering CBRS-based private cellular networks to meet their business connectivity requirements. There are three common scenarios in which public LTE and Wi-Fi are not ideal:
— Have coverage limitations that do not extend to the site in question.
— Due to high traffic volumes, they are not functioning properly or transmit data slowly.
— Do not meet the required security standards for the application, use case, or industry.
At Local LTE, we’re here to streamline your journey to building your private LTE network. Partnering with industry leaders means accessing secure, dependable on 4G cellular routers tailored to your needs. Our expert teams will guide you through the process, ensuring the perfect fit for your business requirements. Experience the future of connectivity with Local LTE by your side.
