5G Core
SMSC
responsible for storing and delivering text messages Stands for: short message service center
A2P SMSC
A2P communication refers to the exchange of messages or information sent from a software application to an individual person's mobile device. Application to Peer Messaging
How does the SMSF integrate with the AMF
Activates or deactivates the services provided to the UE. It uses the standard UE activation and UE deactivation procedures over HTTP2 protocol
Business TAS
Business TAS in 5G is a part of the IMS architecture that focuses on telephony services and communication applications for the business or enterprise sector. It enables the delivery of voice and multimedia services tailored to the needs of businesses and organizations. Telephony application server
IoT IPSMGW For NB IoT messaging
In the case of NB-IoT messaging in 5G, an IPSMGW could play a role in handling short messages generated by IoT devices using NB-IoT connectivity. This might involve routing messages between IoT devices, handling message delivery, and ensuring secure and efficient communication within the NB-IoT network. The IPSMGW in a 5G network could facilitate messaging for a variety of IoT use cases, including smart cities, industrial IoT, agriculture, and more, where low-power, wide-area connectivity is essential for IoT devices. NB: narrowband IP Short Message Gateway
I -CSCF, S-CSCF & BGCF
In the context of IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) networks, these acronyms represent important network functions: 1. I-CSCF (Interrogating-Call Session Control Function): The I-CSCF is an essential component within the IMS architecture. Its main functions include: • Session Control: It plays a role in setting up, modifying, and terminating multimedia sessions, such as voice and video calls, within an IMS network. • Interrogation: The I-CSCF acts as an entry point into the IMS network, responsible for querying the HSS (Home Subscriber Server) to retrieve the user's profile information and find the appropriate Serving-CSCF (S-CSCF) for call control. • Security and Access Control: It is responsible for verifying and authorizing user access to the IMS network and ensuring security protocols are adhered to. 2. S-CSCF (Serving-Call Session Control Function): The S-CSCF is another key component within IMS, with functions that include: • Call Control: It manages session initiati
Antispam Function
Takes care of the antispam regulatory requirements. Messages can be marked spam depending on the messages signature, total messages sent within a configurable duration, blocked keywords, black listing, and more
NMS
The NMS is a fundamental tool for network operators and administrators to manage, monitor, and maintain the reliability and performance of 5G networks, which are complex and require sophisticated management systems to ensure their efficient operation. Network Management System
NRF
The NRF acts as a centralized repository for information about network functions within the 5G core network. It facilitates function discovery, network slicing selection, and overall network orchestration, contributing to the efficient operation and management of 5G networks. Network Repository Function
CNF / VNF
### Virtual Network Function (VNF) **VNFs** are software implementations of network functions that run on virtualized hardware using virtual machines (VMs). They provide flexibility, cost efficiency, and scalability compared to traditional hardware-based solutions. VNFs are managed and orchestrated through NFV Management and Orchestration (MANO) frameworks, which standardize their lifecycle management [oai_citation:1,Mobile Core Network & Multi-Access Edge Computing - Dell'Oro Group](https://www.delloro.com/market-research/telecommunications-infrastructure/mobile-core-network/) [oai_citation:2,Scaling up with cloud-native 5G: valuable insights and takeaways - Ericsson](https://www.ericsson.com/en/blog/2023/5/scaling-up-with-cloud-native-5g-valuable-insights-and-takeaways). ### Containerized Network Function (CNF) **CNFs** represent the next step in network function evolution, utilizing containerization and cloud-native technologies. CNFs are built using microservices architecture and managed with cloud-native tools like Kubernetes. This approach offers improved performance, resource efficiency, scalability, and operational agility compared to VNFs [oai_citation:3,Mobile Core Network & Multi-Access Edge Computing - Dell'Oro Group](https://www.delloro.com/market-research/telecommunications-infrastructure/mobile-core-network/) [oai_citation:4,Scaling up with cloud-native 5G: valuable insights and takeaways - Ericsson](https://www.ericsson.com/en/blog/2023/5/scaling-up-with-cloud-native-5g-valuable-insights-and-takeaways). ### Key Differences - **VNFs** use VMs for virtualization, while **CNFs** use containers. - **VNFs** are often monolithic, whereas **CNFs** adopt a microservices architecture. - **CNFs** are more efficient in resource utilization and align better with cloud-native environments. - **CNFs** support rapid
AMF
1. Access Control: The AMF is responsible for controlling and managing access to the 5G network. It authenticates and authorizes devices and users to ensure they have the necessary permissions to connect to the network. 2. Mobility Management: The AMF handles mobility-related functions, such as tracking the location of devices, handovers between different cells or base stations, and management of user context while moving through the network. 3. Session Management: It manages the establishment, modification, and termination of user sessions in the 5G network, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient use of network resources. 4. Security: The AMF is responsible for security-related functions, including key management and encryption to protect data transmitted over the network. 5. Policy Control: It enforces policies related to Quality of Service (QoS) and other network resources to ensure that the network operates efficiently and according to service-level agreements. Access and Mobility Management Function
Short code calling
Allows the user to dial or a send a short numeric code for information or access. Short code calling in 5G networks continues the tradition of providing quick and convenient access to services and information, with the added benefits of 5G's high-speed data capabilities for enhanced service delivery.
SDN
Automated coordination and management of network resources and services within a telecom network using SDN technology. It involves the dynamic provisioning, configuration, and optimization of network functions and resources to meet the requirements of various services and applications, allowing for more efficient and flexible network operation and service delivery. Software Defined Networking
SMSF
Handles activation and deactivation of user equipment, ensures registration to UDM, maintains UE context, and provides short message services to UE as well as other network functions. Short Message Service Function
IMS VoLTE TAS
IMS VoLTE TAS refers to the IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) VoLTE (Voice over LTE) Telephony Application Server. Let's break down these components: 1. IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem): The IMS is an architectural framework used in telecommunications networks to provide multimedia services over IP networks. It's a key part of 4G and 5G networks, enabling various services like VoLTE, video calls, and multimedia messaging. 2. VoLTE (Voice over LTE): VoLTE is a technology that allows voice calls to be made over LTE (Long-Term Evolution) networks, which are part of 4G and 5G networks. It provides high-quality voice calls over the IP network. 3. TAS (Telephony Application Server): The TAS is a component in the IMS architecture responsible for handling and controlling telephony applications and services. It plays a role in call control, service logic, and providing various telephony features. So, IMS VoLTE TAS in the context of 5G refers to the combination of these technologies and components, enabling high-quality voice calling services over 5G networks, with the IMS architecture handling multimedia services, VoLTE providing IP-based voice calling, and TAS controlling telephony applications and services.
How does the SMSF integrate with the UDM
Identifies any change in the management data of connected UEs, SMSF uses registration and subscription-based mechanisms as defined in the standards.
Container Infrastructure
In telecom, container infrastructure is used to streamline the deployment of virtualized network functions (VNFs) and applications, providing greater flexibility and efficiency in managing telecommunications services. This approach allows for faster service provisioning, scaling, and more efficient resource utilization in telecommunications networks.
IPSMGW
Is a crucial component in the 5G core network that enables the exchange of IP-based short messages, offering more advanced and versatile messaging capabilities than traditional SMS and supporting interoperability between different messaging services and networks. IP Short Messaging Gateway
What is unique about Jio's IPSMGW?
It's integrated product with encapsulates the 3GPP VoLTE IPSMGW and the SMSC in one product It includes NB-IOT messaging functionalities Anti-spam capabilities Short Message Service Function (SMSF) is the network entity in the 5G Core Network
Jio NMS
Monitors and manages the FCAPS data of the network elements and provides a single pane of glass for the network operations center. Fully integrated with AI and ML capabilities leading to light touch operations. FCAPS data in 5G networks encompasses information related to Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, and Security management. It is crucial for monitoring, maintaining, and securing the network's operational aspects and resources to ensure reliable 5G services. Next Generation Cloud Native Network Management System
NFV telco cloud
NFV Telco Cloud is a telecommunications infrastructure that virtualizes network functions and leverages cloud computing to provide scalable, flexible, and cost-effective services. It enables the rapid deployment of virtualized network functions on standard servers, leading to increased service agility and reduced reliance on specialized hardware. Network Functions Virtualization
How does the SMSF integrate with the NRF
Provide and retrieve information about all active instances of the SMSFs as well as other neighboring nodes in the network.
IMS
Provides multimedia services over IP networks IP Multimedia Subsystem
Jio MANO Platform
Replaces a traditional, high touch management model with a next generation and programmable model which works on the concepts of zero touch operations. It is a converged and cloud native management and orchestration platform which supports virtualized and containerized workloads at the data center as well as the network edge sites concurrently, without the need to fallback on open source solutions. Jio Management and Orchestration Platform
VoNR
VoNR stands for "Voice over New Radio," and it's a term used in the context of 5G networks. VoNR is a technology that enables voice calls to be made over a 5G network, specifically using the 5G radio access network (RAN) and core network. Key points about VoNR in the 5G core include: 1. 5G-Only Voice: VoNR is designed to support voice calls that are entirely carried over the 5G network, without the need for fallback to 4G or earlier technologies. This allows for high-quality voice calls within a 5G-only environment. 2. Efficiency: VoNR is optimized for the 5G core network, taking advantage of the low-latency and high-bandwidth capabilities of 5G to provide efficient and clear voice calls. 3. Integration: It's integrated into the 5G core architecture to ensure seamless voice communication alongside other 5G services and features. 4. IP-Based: VoNR is IP-based, which means that voice calls are transmitted as data packets over the 5G network, similar to other data services, rather than circuit-switched voice calls used in older networks.
