Core Network Architecture in 3G Mobile Networks – Most of the Mobile Broadband Networks worldwide are currently delivering Data Services based on 3G & 4G Technologies. Although 4G/LTE is widely deployed globally but still there are countries and operators running 2G/3G with relatively convenient Data rates to the market demands.
In this article, I am focusing on the Packet Switched Network Architecture in 3G, the corresponding interfaces, & the relevant protocols relying on the terms and principles explained in the first article.
The Basic Core Network Architecture in 3G mobile network is shown in the below figure :
