Verizon Networks
Verizon the most known wireless provider constantly expands its technology in order to provide a more reliable and advanced service. Verizon’s network is known to be one of the best although it competes with AT&T. The Verizon Wireless network consists of WAN (wide area network) which is powered by EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized) 3G network. A network is defined as two or more information devices connected in order to communicate with each other and share information. Although EV-DO is not mentioned in “The Best Network” commercials it is a wireless transmission medium. Its purpose is to transmit data wirelessly through radio signals which is essential for broadband internet access and ultimately offers a faster mobile wireless data exchange experience with wide coverage (it is a type of Wireless Access Point WAP).
Verizon offers commonly used interfaces for broadband internet access. Interface is an important component of a network. Verizon provides a “3G Wireless WAN High Speed Interface Card” (HWIC), which is sold by Cisco (the WAN can cover the whole world). The HWIC is compatible with the Cisco and Verizon routers.
When Verizon launched its 2G network (2nd generation of wireless communication) it brought to us digital voice and text messaging, the 3G network introduced smartphones, web browsing and applications. Although Verizon is famous for its 3G network and many other telecommunication companies offer this service; that is soon becoming old news for Verizon customers as the company launched its 4G network (high speed internet for mobile devices) on February 2010. The software that will support its new communication and messaging services is Erico’s Software. Erico’s is embedded on a wide range of devices across Verizon Wireless that serve for powerful networks and streamline, to IP services, messaging and calling. The 4G network offers faster wireless connections in any spot for Smartphones, laptops, and ipads.
FiOS
Verizon has become famous for its wired transmission medium known as FiOS. Verizon's FiOS- Fiber Optic Service-uses fiber optic cables to give high speed internet access. Data is passed at the speed of light allowing downloads and browsing to be at higher speeds. "Even though some broadband Internet service providers use fiber optics in addition to coaxial cable, Verizon FiOS is the only majr network that delivers ultra-fast Internet on 100% fiber optics straight to your home"- Verizon FiOS Website
Verizon offers WiFi with its FiOS package. WiFi stands for omnidirectional microwave for short distances. It is a type of radio transmission and it is a wireless communications medium that has become very popular in wireless communication.
The comparison of FiOS in speed versus regular cable is outstanding:
FiOS Cable
Photo upload-50 photos 20 Mbps 3 Mbps- 15 photosGaming-.03 second lag 20 Mbps 3 Mbps- 6 second lag
Movie Download- 6 GB 50 Mbps 6 GB- 16 Mbps
Music Download- 10 songs 50 Mbps 3 songs- 16 Mbps
File Sharing- 10 1MB files 20 Mbps 6 1MB Files-3 Mbps
Websites Visited:
http://www22.verizon.com/residential/fiosinternet/Overview.htm#
http://www.fiberexperts.com/faq.html
Verizon Network Facts
Hardware
Verizon Communications offers customers hardware that is necessary to work with their broadband, domestic line, wireless, 3G/4G network, Internet and cloud computing services. Every device offered must be certified by Verizon. Why is certification necessary? Verizon wants to ensure that the devices work together with their services to serve a company’s business needs. Each manufacture’s device will be approved for service plans, and verified to be harmless to Verizon network and system.
Some hardware categories offered and used by Verizon Communications are:
-Storage Devices- Chipsets, Data cards
-Telecommunication Devices- Modems, Routers, Mobile Broadband Modems/Adapters
Modems and Mobile Broadband Adapters
Routers
- Connecting Devices-
Wired Connections: Ports available on modems, routers, handheld computers, PDA’s (Personal Digital Assistant), Tablet PC’s, among other devices and computers offered by Verizon.
Wireless Connections: Bluetooth and WiFi
Ports
Some Categories of computers offered by Verizon are:
-Tablet/Notebook computers (Getac Inc., Data LTD, Motion Computing)
-Netbook (Getac In.c)
-Handheld computer (Motorola)
Notebook Computers
-Laptops (Samsung)
-PDA/Mobile Computers (Itron, Ruggedcom, Intermec Techonologies)
Mobile Computers
Verizon is known for its diversity in suppliers and manufacturers. For its hardware devices and computers it deals with Amblent Corporation, Axesstel Incorporated, BI Incorporated, CalAmp, CradlePoint, Ctek, Getac Inc., Intermec Technologies, Itron Inc., Motion Computing, Motorola, Multi-Tech Systems Inc., RuggedCom, Sierra Wireless, Ventus, Samsung, and Waxess USA Inc.
The Verizon Premium Technical Support is responsible for hardware and software problems and solutions. This center is for more complex problems or inquiries that are not usually tended to by regular technical support. This service is run by IT certified technicians 24/7.
They assist in these and more services:
-Computer crashes
-Network issues
-3rd Party email configuration
-Computer Viruses
-Set up for products (gaming consoles) and application software
-Hooking up new equipment
-Troubleshooting operating system
-Wireless networking for hardware devices
-Computer tune up
-Port Forwarding
Software
System Software:
Verizon Communications is completely based on Linux open-source operating system for its wireless branch. In May of 2008, Verizon Wireless declared Linux as its mobile operating system of choice. Verizon Wireless’ vice president of networks, Kyle Malady says:
“The decision to support Linux, however, doesn’t preclude Verizon from selling phones based on a range of operating systems, including an evolving Linux-based Android operating system, offered by the Open Handset Alliance (OHA) backed by Google Inc.; Windows Mobile; BlackBerry by Research in Motion Ltd; and others.”- Kyle Malady (Computerworld Mobile and Wireless Topic Center)
Application Software:
“Verizon IT’s telecom software applications have helped telecommunications providers throughout the world achieve improved efficiencies, cost reductions, capital avoidance, and improved workforce productivity.” –Verizon Products and Services 
Verizon offers and uses Telecom Software Applications for back-office systems that support:-Billing and processing transactions (Usage Management System Application)
-Provisioning and Activation (Assignment, Activation and Inventory System Application)
-Workforce management (Automated Workforce Administration System Application)
-Network Security (Access Guardian Application)
Additionally, Verizon offers other software applications like Verizon Website powered by Intuit (to create websites), Verizon Collaboration Center (Group projects), Data Protection Premium (encrypted data, email services, online backup and sharing, and security suite combined), Verizon Encrypted Docs (for sensitive information on computer media, disk drives, USB keys, and network), and WebEx PC Now ( to access PC from anywhere.)
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