The Wireless Revolution: SMOAD's Role in Connectivity

Connectivity is the key to linking different geographic locations. Wireless networks have emerged as a significant player in interconnecting the world. Wireless communications have transformed from basic communication systems to sophisticated technology powering smart cities. The wireless revolution is all set to transform the world of connectivity, giving businesses an extended reach. Wireless WAN connects multiple branch offices located in remote geography. Let us explore the impacts of the wireless revolution and its role in connectivity.

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Wireless WAN

Every organisation has different operational goals, some of which are listed below:

• Cellular-based private network with multi-level redundancy across coverage zones for client access
• Providing either a primary network or backup for a wired network where the secondary wired network is unavailable. ?
• Connecting extensively dispersed sensors, IoT devices, or vehicles across different locations, such as interstate sensors, signalling, cameras, and rail.
• Wireless WAN can be used for a range of situations unsolvable by Wired WAN, such as MPLS VPN, P2P/NLD, or other wireless solutions like RF.

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Understanding Wireless WAN technologies

Wireless WAN can be built using one or more technologies depending on the organisation's operational goals. The technologies include:

• Enabling Private 4G LTE/5G networks: This provides strict access to client devices, including 5G routers, adapters, and LTE. It has the ability to add application-specific traffic management features based on application usage inside the core network.
• Carrier 4G LTE/5G public networks: Wireless WAN technology provides secure connections from client devices to On-prem/off-prem apps, facilitating the network or application framework in the best way.
• Mesh technology: Based on the model, licensed or unlicensed bands are used for network distribution or access to client devices.
• Satellite links: New developments in satellite access technologies open new options for broadening wireless WAN virtually across global destinations.

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Advantages of Wireless WAN

With wireless WAN, you can rest assured of expanding your boundaries as you are not tied to wires.

• Organisations can use wireless technologies to extend the network's reach.
• Wireless implementation is faster than that of wired counterparts.
• During particular events or projects, pop-up and short-duration network segments become affordable.
• With budget and creativity, your options are unlimited.

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Disadvantages of Wireless WAN

Just like how there are advantages, there are disadvantages too. Some of the demerits are as follows:

• Though it is wireless, one cannot discount human interference or natural disasters that can lead to snags in?connectivity.
• This could mean handing over the network management and control to a third party for a carrier's cellular network.
• With a pay-as-you-go carrier network, the cost could be high if the wrong subscription is chosen.
• Even using the best wireless technologies, the performance could vary as more variables alter the network performance.
• The network market constantly evolves, and new technologies are emerging daily, putting?organisations at risk of constant upgrading.
• Client support could be messy for wireless technologies.

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Is wireless WAN a viable option?

Remote workers and branch offices can connect to the corporate network securely. With the advent of 5G, networks are faster, and latencies are lowered, allowing Wireless WAN to gain market shares using technologies like Software-Defined Networking (SDN). Depending on the use cases, wireless WAN can be used in multiple roles. ??

Wireless WAN can take on several roles, and this has grabbed the eyeballs of enterprises. Whether for short-term use like events or long-term solutions for enterprises, Wireless WAN has always been reliable support. Flat rate pricing and data pooling are some of the features that help customers choose the right option. Nevertheless, Wireless WAN is an option to watch out for, especially for evolving workspaces.

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Wireless WAN mesh network

The Idea of a mesh network in Wireless WAN helps to communicate not only between branch offices and distributed data centre apps but also enables a secure communication tunnel between branch-to-branch offices simultaneously. SMOAD edge routers at branch or remote sites allow various mobile telecommunication networks, such as 3G/4G-LTEs and 5G, to accommodate multi-level redundancy to ensure high uptime.

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The key advantages of SMOAD Wireless WAN are flexibility, mobility, and cost-effectiveness. Enterprise users can access their company resources securely from remote sites, providing a seamless work experience.

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SMOAD is a leading provider of Wireless WAN solutions for businesses. The edge routers are designed to provide high-speed, reliable and secure mesh connectivity through cellular network for distributed architecture. SMOAD offers various use cases for different industries, such as retail, transportation, and healthcare to optimise the available network and enhance their business operation.? For more information, call us for a demo.

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