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Adaptive Software Improves Wi-Fi Service on Public Transport
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Public transport Wi-Fi services provider, Nomad Digital is launching new software that it says can boost mobile data speeds by two to three times, with reduced timeouts, and fewer lost connections.
The software, called Nomad Charger works by optimising the use of available bandwidth -- whether via satellite or terrestrial mobile networks -- by enhancing the main communication protocols and by more effectively sharing the flow of information at any time. This helps offset network delays (or 'latency time') which otherwise negatively impact on web user experience. This is particularly apparent on shared Internet services in passenger vehicles -- or when facing disruptions due to bridges, buildings or tunnels.
"Rail companies can either add more modems or add more network capacity to get increased bandwidth and Internet speeds," says Alexander Eriksen, chief executive of Nomad Digital. "But this is a much more costly approach compared to simply adding software that gives you the best performance from what's already out there."
Trials on various trains, buses and street cars, have shown download speeds - for instance, for priority operational downloads such as live or recorded CCTV video -- to be 4 to 5 times faster using Nomad Charger. As for occasional network disruptions -- such as experienced in tunnels -- enhancements of up to 13 times higher download speeds can be achieved.
"Charger allows internet on-board to operate more smoothly and make better use of available connectivity, especially in view of the inherent challenges of network disruptions on many train, tram and bus routes around the world," says Eriksen.
With already several pilot deployments underway, Charger will be commercially released in September 2012.
Tags: [nomad digital] [wi-fi]
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