Mobile communication on the way to 6G

The book discusses the main trends in the development of the mobile communications industry: the Internet of things (M2M/IOO/IOO), strategies for the transition to SDN/NFV and the SDN/NFV implementation place in 5G networks, traffic caching, the Big Data concept, joint use of network infrastructure, innovative operators. Approaches for using the frequency spectrum, ensuring public safety and others.
The main stages of development of mobile technologies are given, including LTE-Advanced Pro, as well as operating time in the field of 5G networks. A comparative analysis of existing and promising technologies has been performed. The description of the architecture of the LTE/LTE-A/LTE-A Pro is given. Various scenarios of heterogeneous networks, the possibility of using an unlicensed spectrum are considered.
The book also sets out aspects of planning and optimization of LTE networks, ensuring the quality of service and security. The issues of connecting the infrastructure of the mobile operator, the place and role of transport networks are considered. Economic and marketing aspects of the functioning of mobile networks are analyzed, and business models of existing and promising technologies are presented.
The book is a universal directory and the theoretical base for the development and design of mobile communication networks of existing and future generations. It can be recommended as a desktop book to specialists of all levels in the field of telecommunications: managers, managers, scientists, graduate students, economists, marketers and those who are interested in the current state and prospects for the development of the mobile communications industry. The book will also be useful as a training manual for students of educational institutions studying in specialized areas and specialties