56. Exploring Private Wireless Networks with Jeff Hipchen

In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith explore private wireless networks with guest Jeff Hipchen, a Principal of RF Connect. They discuss how private wireless networks are utilized differently, giving examples in healthcare, professional sports, and higher education sectors. Hipchen emphasizes that private networks allow businesses to control their destiny as they allow the customization and security not offered by public networks. He also highlights how these networks supplement existing services like Wi-Fi and address capacity issues caused by the ever-growing number of devices and applications in use. Lastly, he touches on the potential for even smaller enterprises to improve connectivity.   __________________________ Connect With Our Guest __________________________      RF Connect Website ➡︎ https://www.rfconnect.com/      Jeff Hipchen Email ➡︎ jdh@rfconnect.com   __________________________ Connect With Our Sponsor __________________________      Vertex Innovations ➡︎ https://vertex-us.com/   __________________________ Connect With Us __________________________      5G Guys Website ➡︎  https://5gguys.com        Social:        ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5Gguys      ·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12515882      ·       X: https://twitter.com/5gGuys   _______________________________ Submit Your Ideas or Feedback ➡︎ https://5gguys.com/contact-2 _______________________________ Subscribe to the 5G Guys Weekly Newsletter ➡︎ https://mailchi.mp/5gguys/subscribe-to-the-5g-guys _______________________________ ⏰Episode Minute-by-Minute⏰   00:00 Introduction 00:29 Welcome to the 5G Guys Podcast 01:07 Introducing the Guest: Jeff Hipchen 01:56 The History of RF Connect 03:10 The Evolution of Wireless Networks 10:03 The Shift to Private Networks 11:03 The Benefits of CBRS for Private Networks 13:04 Sponsor Break: Vertex Innovations 13:32 Public Carriers' View on Private Networks 16:00 Examples of Private Network Deployments 21:48 The Role of 4G and 5G in Private Networks 24:14 The Coexistence of Wi-Fi, Public Cellular, and Private Networks 29:36 The Future of Small Venue Solutions 29:43 The Potential of Moken for Private Networks 31:48 Conclusion and Contact Information 32:26 Outro

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