Tecore Networks said current customers of its all-IP iCore network platform can leverage their existing core networks to support 3GPP Long Term Evolution (LTE) through software enhancements.
With the foundational architecture of iCore already in alignment with key LTE principles, the transition to 4G will require the addition of new network elements such as software plug-ins that will allow operators to evolve their 2G or 3G networks without forklift upgrades.
Tecore said iCore\'s broadband capabilities, scalable architecture and prior acceptance by the USDA (Department of Agriculture) Rural Development Program make it the ideal solution to support network buildouts driven by government stimulus initiatives.
Current customers of Tecore\'s SoftMSC, an earlier version of iCore, can upgrade their system to the iCore software load while those not presently on a carrier-grade hardware platform can upgrade to iCore-CG, which will require a hardware change.