The case for nimbleness in spectrum - in brief [Andrew Stirling]

The case for nimbleness in spectrum – in brief
Comreg event on 21st July 2010
21stJuly 2010

Wireless data Growth
European digital agenda
User interaction
Machine to Machine
Cloud computing
Ad-hoc
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The need for a more nimble spectrum framework

Finding spectrum capacity for three usage models
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WWAN
2G
3G
4G
WLAN
Wi-Fi
White Spaces
WPAN
Bluetooth
UWB
Wi-Gig
Distance from the fibre

Flexibility with certainty
Supports central infrastructure investment
Enables infrastructure investment by end users
Inclusive
Hybrid
Exclusive
Provides greater service quality predictability when demand is high
Provides scope for innovation
Enables coexistence of multiple users/applications

Use a database
Coordinating spectrum use through a database brings major benefits
This deterministic approach provides:
Predictable capacity to white space device users
Reassurance to licensees
Flexibility for regulators to retain control
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Wi-Fi , 5 GHz
This slide shows the results of simulating the coverage that could be achieved, with 20% access point penetration, in a 1 km2 dense urban area in Fulham, London. The simulation was repeated for each of the three bands
Wi-Fi , 2.4 GHz
TV White Spaces – 600 MHz
Source: BT Innovate & Design
Sub 1 GHz is key to ubiquitous access

Summary
The need for more nimble spectrum regulation becomes clearer
Sharing spectrum is the only realistic way to radically increase capacity, for all user groups
TV White spaces are the first major opportunity for sharing, with potential to further universal broadband access and help wireless innovation
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Thank you!!
My email: v-anstir@microsoft.com

Speaker Bio
Andrew Stirling heads up spectrum regulatory policy for Microsoft in the UK and Europe.
As an ex-regulator, he has significant insights into the issues around digital TV switchover and spectrum management
He leads Microsoft’s participation in UK and European proceedings on TV White Spaces.
He also facilitates cooperation with Dell, Google and Philips in this key area

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