A Comparative Analysis of F-RAN and C-RAN Architectures for Next-Generation Wireless Networks

Abstract

By means of optimization, next-generation wireless networks will be able to meet the growing need for lowered latency, fast data rates, and enhanced connection. We investigate two interesting ideas for next-generation radio networks and assess Cloud Radio Access Network (C-RAN) and Flexible Radio Access Network (F-RAN). These designs seek to improve network performance via better use of resources and overcome problems with regular radio access networks. F-RAN guarantees that multiple network components communicate without any problems and lets network management flexibility by letting resources be dispersed according to the demand. On the other hand, C-RAN aggregates cloud-based solutions' administration of radio access resources. This allows networks to save costs and promotes their collaboration. We investigate the benefits and disadvantages of both designs with respect to size, energy economy, interference control, and network speed. We also look at how each solution meets changing needs for high-speed transmission—including those of 5G and beyond. F-RAN is a great choice for large-scale operations as it is better in responding and being flexible in changing surroundings; C-RAN is superior in resource organization throughout the whole network. As this study illustrates, each one of these concepts has benefits and disadvantages. This helps to choose and improve wireless network architectures for future generations of networks.