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Coverage and performance of cellular networks in Addis Ababa
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Author:
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Beyene, Asrat Mulatu; Casademont Serra, Jordi; Negash, Yalemzewd; Flattie, Ashagrie Getnet
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Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Departament d'Enginyeria Telemàtica; Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. WNG - Grup de xarxes sense fils |
Abstract:
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Mobile device penetration rate is increasing alarmingly and their interactive features are being enhanced daily. Moreover, their prices are diminishing attracting more users to the already overburdened cellular infrastructure of urban areas. To devise cost effective and appropriate solutions studying the coverage and performance of deployed cellular networks has primary significance. In this work-in-progress paper an attempt has been made to collect real world user traffic data using commercial-grade mobile devices of various capabilities for three months. Results show that Addis Ababa is well covered with 2G, 3G and 4G mobile cellular technologies. In the business districts of the city, a mobile user has at least 80% of 3G and better network availability. Though, the networks behave as expected for the majority of the performance indicators some specific downsides are observed triggering further investigations. Overall, many residential areas have less coverage and performance of cellular networks. |
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Peer Reviewed |
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-Àrees temàtiques de la UPC::Enginyeria de la telecomunicació::Radiocomunicació i exploració electromagnètica::Comunicacions mòbils -Àrees temàtiques de la UPC::Enginyeria de la telecomunicació::Telemàtica i xarxes d'ordinadors -Mobile communication systems -Computer networks -Urban Area -Mobile Networks -Performance Evaluation -Heterogeneous Networks -Comunicacions mòbils, Sistemes de -Ordinadors, Xarxes d' |
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Article - Published version Conference Object |
Published by:
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International Association of Academicians (IAASSE)
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