GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) network development has been a transformative journey in the history of telecommunications. Here's a breakdown of its evolution:
Early Stages and Standardization: The initial development focused on creating a pan-European mobile phone standard in the 1980s. The Groupe Spécial Mobile (GSM), later renamed Global System for Mobile Communications, was formed to achieve this. The core aim was to develop a digital mobile phone system that would replace the various incompatible analog systems then in use across Europe. Groupe Spécial Mobile
Key Technological Choices: GSM opted for digital technology, which offered superior voice quality, security, and capacity compared to analog systems. It used Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) for radio transmission and circuit switching for voice calls. Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) circuit switching
Launch and Rapid Expansion: The first GSM network was launched in Finland in 1991. Its adoption quickly spread globally due to its open standard, roaming capabilities, and the introduction of SMS (Short Message Service) which was not initially the main focus but turned to be an important part of the success. SMS (Short Message Service)
Data Services Evolution (HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE): As demand for data services grew, GSM evolved. High-Speed Circuit-Switched Data (HSCSD) improved data rates over circuit-switched connections. General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) introduced packet switching for data, enabling "always-on" data access and significantly higher speeds. Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE) further increased data speeds by using more efficient modulation techniques. High-Speed Circuit-Switched Data (HSCSD) General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE)
Transition to 3G and Beyond: While GSM continued to evolve, the demand for even higher data rates and advanced services led to the development of 3G (UMTS) and subsequent generations of mobile technologies like 4G (LTE) and 5G. GSM's architecture and principles laid the foundation for these advancements. GSM networks are, in many parts of the world, still operating (in 2024), but often refarmed for IoT applications using NB-IoT or LTE-M. 3G (UMTS) 4G (LTE) 5G NB-IoT LTE-M
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