The Radio Access Network is a critical component of a mobile telecommunications system responsible for connecting individual devices to the core network.
RAN includes base stations (cell towers), antennas, and other equipment that facilitate wireless communication between mobile devices and the network.
The base station consists of a Base Transceiver Station (BTS) or NodeB, which communicates with mobile devices, and a Base Station Controller (BSC) or Radio Network Controller (RNC), which manages multiple base stations.
With the evolution of mobile networks (2G, 3G, 4G, and now 5G), RAN has seen technological advancements to improve data rates, reduce latency, and enhance overall network performance.
Remote Access Network:
Remote Access Network refers to the infrastructure that enables users to connect to a network remotely, often using technologies like Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or Remote Desktop Protocols (RDP).
VPNs provide a secure tunnel over the internet, allowing remote users to access the resources of a private network as if they were directly connected.
RAN can include technologies like Secure Socket Layer (SSL) VPNs, IPsec VPNs, or other protocols to establish a secure connection.
Authentication mechanisms, encryption, and tunneling protocols play crucial roles in securing data transmitted over a remote access network.
