Japan Communications Inc. (JCI) recently announced that its subsidiary, JCI US Inc., has signed a contract with the State of Utah to offer secure LTE network services through the University of Utah and Utah Educational and Telehealth Network (UETN). This collaboration marks JCI’s entry into the US market.
UETN is a prominent broadband provider that serves over 2,000 institutions in urban, suburban, and rural areas across Utah. Seeking to improve connectivity and meet future demands, UETN plans to upgrade its existing WIFI services with localized 4G/5G networks.
To facilitate this transition, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has allocated 150 MHz of spectrum at the 3.5GHz frequency under the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS). This spectrum enables the deployment of next-generation WIFI, as well as wired and wireless networks. This new opportunity has attracted various industries, including the computer sector and mobile network operators (MNO), to utilize local 4G/5G networks and enhance nationwide mobile smartphone services.
Through the contract with JCI US, UETN will receive the necessary SIM cards and/or Hardware Security Modules (HSM) to enable high-speed wireless connectivity. JCI US will provide LTE Network Gateway Platform (NGP) services, allowing UETN to independently manage the installation and operation of their advanced LTE network. This includes meeting provisioning and administrative requirements for secure authentication and communication.
Dr. Frank Seiji Sanda, Founder and Chief Executive of the JCI Group, expressed satisfaction with this achievement, viewing it as an important milestone in JCI’s strategy to provide secure and reliable wireless communication to people around the world.
FAQ:
What is LTE?
LTE stands for Long-Term Evolution and is a standard for wireless broadband communication of high-speed data for mobile devices.
What is UETN?
UETN stands for Utah Educational and Telehealth Network, which is a broadband provider offering educational and telehealth resources to institutions across Utah.
Definitions:
SIM Card: A subscriber identity module card that securely stores data necessary for the operation of a mobile device.
Hardware Security Module (HSM): A physical device designed to manage and secure cryptographic keys and perform cryptographic operations.
Sources:
– FCC: https://www.fcc.gov/
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