The Advantages of Virtual BNGs (vBNGs) Compared to Hardware-Based BNGs

Rich Sabin vBNG

In today’s world of rapidly increasing bandwidth demand, broadband service providers must continually increase capacity. As a result, having flexible and scalable network infrastructure has become critical. In this environment, broadband providers are turning to software-based virtual Broadband Network Gateways (vBNGs) to enhance network infrastructure. Why are vBNGs gaining traction? Let’s discuss some of the advantages of virtual BNGs versus …

6 Frequently Asked Questions About virtual Broadband Network Gateways (vBNGs)

Rich Sabin vBNG

Interested in finding a better way to add network capacity to keep up with bandwidth demand? But not wanting to incur major costs? Based on our conversations with internet service providers worldwide, you’re not alone. More and more ISPs are trying to solve this problem. As a result, it’s not surprising that the number of ISPs purchasing virtual Broadband Network …

What is a vBNG and Which One is Best for My Network?

Rich Sabin vBNG

Broadband access has become a critical component of our daily lives. According to OpenVault’s latest Broadband Insights report, the monthly average data consumed by subscribers reached a new high of 641 GB per month and should climb to 700 GB by the end of 2024. The percentage of power users consuming 1 TB or more monthly also increased to 21.6% …

Communities can use BEAD Funding for Virtual Routing Solutions

Tom Mitchell CGNAT, vBNG

As cities, municipalities, and communities strive to leverage BEAD funding to expand broadband access to their constituents, they’re turning to technology to help bridge the digital divide. While a significant portion of expenditures tend to go towards the physical plant, such as fiber, copper, or RF, the data center or central office is important in providing effective solutions for these …

How to Maximize Subscriber Uptime with netElastic vBNG

Rich Sabin vBNG

Internet access has now become essential to everyday living. The Internet offers services, resources, and information that people need and depend on. With the increasing demand for fast internet access, virtual Broadband Network Gateways (vBNGs) have become a valuable solution to meet those needs. The Importance of Reliable Virtual Broadband Network Gateways Reliability is a crucial aspect of all network …

netElastic vBNG Reaches 1 Tbps

netElastic High-Performance vBNG Achieves Terabit Speeds

Rich Sabin vBNG

Nielsen’s Law of Internet Bandwidth states that a high-end user’s connection speed grows by 50% per year. In looking at data from 1983 to 2023, it’s remarkable how closely the actual data fits the 50% annualized growth stated by Nielsen’s law. Even with minor yearly variations, Nielsen’s Law of Internet Bandwidth has held true throughout a 40-year period. This doesn’t necessarily …

How to Increase your vBNG Visibility and Control

Rich Sabin vBNG

Broadband providers are supporting a growing number of subscribers. And more subscribers mean more bandwidth consumption. This is fueling the growth of software-based vBNGs, which provide greater scalability and flexibility than hardware-based BNGs. That being said, how do you get visibility into your vBNGs?