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Cloud Mobile Networks

From RAN to EPC

  • Reviews recent developments in network technologies, such as software defined networks (SDN), network function virtualization (NFV) and cloud computing
  • Examines the influence of SDN in transforming the Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
  • Provides the reader with invaluable insight into the evolution of cloud RAN as well as its benefits and challenges
  • Covers the interplay between cloud RAN and other enabler technologies for future mobile networks
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Part of the book series: Wireless Networks (WN)

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Table of contents (7 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xvii
  2. Introduction

    • Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang
    Pages 1-10
  3. Virtualization and Cloud Computing

    • Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang
    Pages 11-31
  4. SDN/NFV Telco Case Studies

    • Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang
    Pages 57-66
  5. Radio Access Network Evolution

    • Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang
    Pages 67-86
  6. Cloud RAN

    • Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang
    Pages 87-107
  7. Back Matter

    Pages 109-117

About this book

This book explores the challenges and opportunities in exploiting cloud technologies for 5G, ranging from radio access network (RAN) to the evolved packet core (EPC). With a specific focus on cloud RAN and EPC, the text carefully explains the influence of recent network technologies such as software defined networking (SDN), visualization, and cloud technologies in the evolution of architecture for future mobile networks. The book discusses the causes, benefits and challenges of cloud RAN and its interplay with other evolving technologies for future mobile networks.


Researchers and professionals involved in mobile technology or cloud computing will find this book a valuable resource. The text is also suitable for advanced-level students studying all types of networking.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Princeton University , Princeton, USA

    Mojtaba Vaezi

  • Hewlett Packard Labs, Fremont, USA

    Ying Zhang

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Cloud Mobile Networks

  • Book Subtitle: From RAN to EPC

  • Authors: Mojtaba Vaezi, Ying Zhang

  • Series Title: Wireless Networks

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-54496-0

  • Publisher: Springer Cham

  • eBook Packages: Computer Science, Computer Science (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer International Publishing AG 2017

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-319-54495-3Published: 03 May 2017

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-3-319-85407-6Published: 25 July 2018

  • eBook ISBN: 978-3-319-54496-0Published: 25 April 2017

  • Series ISSN: 2366-1186

  • Series E-ISSN: 2366-1445

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XVII, 117

  • Number of Illustrations: 34 b/w illustrations

  • Topics: Computer Communication Networks, Communications Engineering, Networks

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Softcover Book USD 99.99
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  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info
Hardcover Book USD 129.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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