ICN based shared caching in future converged fixed and mobile network

The explosion of mobile multimedia and Internet-of-things (IoT) services implies strong requirements for seamless switching among various types of networks. Thus, to offer true ubiquitous Internet connection, a Fixed and Mobile Converged (FMC) network architecture is essential for the future 5G network. Such a convergent network can not only improve the utilization of network resources, but also inspire new add-on services for FMC network operators. In this paper, we introduce a shared caching overlay based on Information Centric Networking (ICN). It is deployed on top of the FMC network and controlled by the FMC network operator to offer Caching as a Service (CaaS) to Over-The-Top (OTT) service providers and virtual network operators. Business analysis and performance evaluation will highlight the benefits of deploying such a controlled Shared Caching System (SCS) over an FMC network.

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