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UMTS

Péter Fazekas

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The aim of this chapter is to provide a brief yet comprehensive overview of the 3rd generation UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System) mobile network, with emphasis on its specific protocols. Therefore, in this chapter, the basic operation and protocol structure of UMTS network is described. The main architectural changes compared to GSM are shown, as well as the principles of the physical radio interface. The details of other relevant UMTS specific interfaces in the access network and their protocols are provided as well, along with the description of transport network solutions. The most relevant part of UMTS specifications, the radio interface protocols, are also presented.

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The aim of this chapter is to provide a brief yet comprehensive overview of the 3rd generation UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System) mobile network, with emphasis on its specific protocols. Therefore, in this chapter, the basic operation and protocol structure of UMTS network is described. The main architectural changes compared to GSM are shown, as well as the principles of the physical radio interface. The details of other relevant UMTS specific interfaces in the access network and their protocols are provided as well, along with the description of transport network solutions. The most relevant part of UMTS specifications, the radio interface protocols, are also presented.

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The aim of this chapter is to provide a brief yet comprehensive overview of the 3rd generation UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunication System) mobile network, with emphasis on its specific protocols. Therefore, in this chapter, the basic operation and protocol structure of UMTS network is described. The main architectural changes compared to GSM are shown, as well as the principles of the physical radio interface. The details of other relevant UMTS specific interfaces in the access network and their protocols are provided as well, along with the description of transport network solutions. The most relevant part of UMTS specifications, the radio interface protocols, are also presented.

Key concepts: UMTS frequency bands, Customised Applications for Mobile networks Enhanced Logic, UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network, Computer science, Computer network, GSM, Air interface, Cellular network

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