For several years Australia’s telecommunications industry has progressively been working to reduce energy use.In 2013 the Mobile Carriers Forum (MCF) finalised training modules centred around energy efficiency in mobile networks – an
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In today’s society, almost all aspects of modern life involve some form of digital communications. Consequently, the smooth operation of communications services is essential at any time.As we have seen across Australia, with recent natural
Read moreNote: the 3G network has now closed in Australia. Read more here. 3G is the third generation of the mobile cellular network. It was designed to meet the growing desire to be more connected through technology, as devices using this would be able
Read moreMobile Devices and Radio SignalsMobile phones work by sending and receiving low-power radio signals, similar to a two-way radio system. These signals are transmitted to antennas attached to radio equipment, commonly called mobile phone base
Read moreHow the mobile network system operatesMobile phones work by sending and receiving low power radio signals, much like a 2 way radio system. The signals are sent to and received from antennas that are attached to radio transmitters and receivers,
Read moreWhile it's important to choose the right mobile device and plan to suit your needs, quality reception and mobile network performance are also key issues for mobile users.Before buying a mobile service check the mobile service provider’s
Read moreSmall cells provide additional network capacity or mobile device coverage to a small geographic area. They operate at lower power than a traditional mobile phone base station and use smaller equipment.Small cells complement existing technology and
Read moreMobile service providers all publish coverage maps on their websites which can be checked to determine what kind of mobile coverage you can expect at any given location.It's important to note that coverage maps often refer to the percentage of
Read moreThis information is for building owners and managers and DAS constructors and suppliers in Australia who wish to design and implement in-building mobile coverage solutions.AMTA is making available the following Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)
Read moreThe Government recognises that there are some telecommunications facilities and activities that are unlikely to cause significant community disruption or significant environmental disturbance. These are exempt from certain State and Territory laws.
Read moreTelstra, Optus and TPG Telecom Ltd are the three mobile telecommunications carriers in Australia deploying and operating national mobile phone networks. These carriers continue to expand existing 4G networks as well as deploying new 5G networks in
Read moreInterference to mobile networks can be a problem for mobile network operators as it can cause mobile calls to drop out. It can also affect mobile network performance in an area and impact on data speeds.Australia’s mobile network operators and
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