Introduction

Even after so many new innovations in the telecommunication industry, WiFi remains the most prevalent wireless technology. However, the wind of the private networks has started blowing harder than usual. With the 4G private LTE network, people were certainly convinced of its future potential. 

The popularity of the 4G private LTE network grew so much that people have started looking forward to the 5G private network. Hence, we can say that these private LTE networks can answer special cases involving mobile deployments with IoT.

Till now, we have thought that cellular wireless is nothing more than wireless carriers. However, according to IT experts, we can benefit from these wireless networks by deploying private LTE technology.

What Is Private LTE?

Private LTE networks are the miniature version of the regular wireless network that we use for our mobile phones. It has a dedicated core network server that supports a respective organization. These networks are private and independent. Hence, only authorized members can join this network. This nature of the network provides high security.

Private LTE networks help the organization to customize every operation related application and optimize the network for low latency. All this work is done on the private network to ensure that the company’s data is secure from cyber threats.

A private LTE network is also suitable for distributed-enterprise cases. These might include the followings:

• Airports.
• Stadiums.
• Ports.
• Railroad.
• Oil/gas extractions.
• Factories. 
• Agriculture.

Also, you use it to create your own private network, where the cellular networks are weak. This is just a possibility; however, if this technology is achieved, every geographic area will be reachable.

Why Should Enterprise Invest In Private LTE Networks?

Enterprise would focus on using this network because it can provide them to have a replacement of the 4G and 5G technology. Private LTE networks work in a similar fashion and are a rival of 5G technology.

If we are talking about less data transfer, 5G technology will certainly have the upper hand; however, if you are talking about large amounts of data transfer, it can stress the public network in the given area. 

Fortunately, with the Private LTE network, you own the whole network, and hence, this kind of problem will never occur. Also, the cost of data transfer decreases significantly.

The best part of the private LTE network is that it can be deployed even in areas where public carriers cannot be reached. In addition, private LTE can be optimized or customized to handle limited traffic. This will give your full control over your network.

Private LTE VS. WiFi

Private LTE is an important part of the telecommunication industry. It offers an alternative to WiFi. Private LTE networks are good at covering the shortcoming of the WiFi network.

It is really hard to work when WiFi signals are lost. WiFi is also susceptible to the spectrum noises and face interference from the steel walls. However, with a private LTE network, you can get rid of these problems. 

Is Private LTE Better Than WiFi?

Yes, it is. There is no doubt about Private LTE networks being inferior to the unlicensed WiFi networks. Not only it improves connectivity, but it can also reach places where mobile carriers face problems.

Here are the advantages that you can enjoy over the WiFi.

• Improved Area Coverage: Private LTE networks have a wider area range. Typically, you will need more than two wireless access points to reach the same area range as one Private LTE network.
• Extended Carriers Signals: Private LTE networks have an extended carrier signal. 
• Superior Penetration: Using different online WiFi signals, Private LTE signals can penetrate walls.
• Increased Security: With the Private LTE network’s help, you can customize the network and put an authentication to allow only the authorized members. This certainly safeguards you from cyber threats.

Conclusion

Private LTE is an evolving technology. There is much to learn about this technology. Hence, we can hope to see new improvements to boost the efficiency of the technology. Even after being an incomplete technology, it is still one of the most reliable wireless technologies in the market.

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