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The United States Army has hired Nokia (News - Alert) to build a WCDMA 3G/HSDPA network in hopes that the deal will help them assess potential applications for 3G wireless technologies for defense purposes.

 

As per the agreement, Nokia will supply a WCDMA/HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) network of equipment and services. The network will be set up at one of the Army's Research and Development Centers.

 

WCDMA technology is a cost effective way to improving network infrastructure. The infrastructure facilitates increased network capacity makes it possible for companies to offer advanced mobile services and Nokia has a strong global position as a radio network provider, with 66 WCDMA 3G customers to date.

 

According to a news release, the Nokia MSC Server System is a core network that enables OPEX (News - Alert) savings of 30 to 70 percent compared to legacy switching due to its high platform capacity and simple and efficient network architecture.

 

"3G greatly expands the applications for wireless voice and data, and we're excited to work with the Army to explore the possibilities for WCDMA technology in the defense arenas," said Robert Fennelly, Director of Government Systems, Networks, Nokia in a statement.

 

Nokia develops easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses.

 

 

 

 

 

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