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1. Enhancing frontline security with DPI for radio access networks (RAN)

   With more base stations and cell sites dotting today’s skylines, attackers targeting mobile networks are in close proximity to their targets. Also, vRAN, C-RAN and O-RAN are aimed at improving network efficiencies and scalability. The shift to these architectures, however, opens up new security threats for radio access networks (RAN). What are these new threats and how does deep packet inspection help in addressing them?

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2. Cutting up the perfect piece: DPI-enhanced traffic intelligence for 5G network slicing

   Unlike its predecessor networks, 5G involves network slicing which overlays logical networks on a common infrastructure, creating different ‘slices’ that act as separate networks. This article discusses the need for real-time traffic intelligence for 5G network slicing. It explains 5G network slicing, the 5G usage classes and how real-time intelligence provided by DPI enables the creation and implementation of various traffic management policies as well as how it supports network optimization and monetization.

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3. Delivering subscriber-aware load balancing through GTP correlation

   The volume and diversity of data on mobile networks is only going to increase over the years, making the challenges of load balancing evermore pertinent. In this context, smart load balancing through subscriber awareness can make the difference between a struggling and thriving mobile network. Traffic insights brought by real-time correlation of user and control traffic help deliver more responsive and reliable mobile networks.

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4. Wi-Fi needs DPI. Wi-Fi 7 needs it even more.

   Just like its predecessors Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 7 needs real-time traffic visibility to enhance its functionalities and performance. This article discusses the advancements brought by Wi-Fi 7 and the role of deep packet inspection in supporting restricted target wake time (TWT), multi-access point coordination and multi-link operations (MLO). It looks at how DPI’s application awareness helps to optimize bandwidth, ensure high speeds and low latency while improving the security of Wi-Fi networks.

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5. What is deep packet inspection (DPI) and why do we need it? An in-depth guide.

   Deep packet inspection (DPI) provides traffic awareness and visibility. It classifies traffic by protocols, applications and services and helps to detect flows that are malicious, suspicious and anomalous. Next-gen, advanced DPI solutions merge pattern matching with statistical, behavioral and heuristic analyses and AI-based methods such as machine learning and deep learning to deliver real-time traffic intelligence for various networking and cybersecurity use cases. Learn more in this article.

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6. Behind the scenes: How quality assurance drives the DPI technology of ipoque

   Quality assurance (QA) plays a critical role in deep packet inspection (DPI), ensuring the highest level of classification accuracy and reliability. The rigorous QA processes of ipoque ensure that our DPI technology is continuously updated with the latest traffic signatures and provides the application awareness that is required to support a wide range of networking use cases.

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7. How first packet classification drives application performance and security

   This article explores the importance of first packet classification (FPC), as an enhancement to deep packet inspection (DPI), in handling URLLC and bandwidth-intensive applications, as well as critical apps used for enterprises, financial transactions and IoT. Apart from enhancing application performance and security, FPC’s instant traffic awareness drives application-based policies and accurate diagnostics for next-gen intelligent networks.

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8. Energy efficiency and sustainability in telecommunications: How CSPs can leverage DPI to cut costs and up profits

   Energy efficiency is vital in telecommunications, where communication service providers (CSPs) significantly impact global energy consumption and carbon emissions. Lightweight DPI technologies from ipoque provide real-time traffic visibility and data-driven optimization, allowing CSPs to enhance resource allocation and minimize energy waste. By utilizing these insights, CSPs can boost network sustainability while achieving long-term profitability and environmental goals.

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9. Bringing real-time intelligence to Wi-Fi 7 with DPI-driven traffic insights

   Wi-Fi 7 is revolutionizing how we connect, offering unprecedented speeds and reliability. In this article, we dive into the essential role of deep packet inspection (DPI) in maximizing Wi-Fi 7’s performance. Learn how DPI provides critical insights for managing network traffic, especially in high-demand environments like healthcare, smart manufacturing, and more. By understanding traffic patterns and optimizing bandwidth usage, DPI ensures seamless experiences for users, from immersive gaming to real-time data transmission.

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