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26. March 2010 18:03
A new report out this week shows that mobile data traffic has overtaken voice traffic in the last few years. The findings from Ericsson are based on measurements from live networks covering all areas of the globe.
The survey shows data traffic has grown worldwide over the last 2 years by 280%, with that number predicted to double again in the next 2 years. The popularity of smartphones, PCs and other mobile devices are thought to be behind the growth spurt.
New technology, such as virtual desktops, which make it easier to work on devices on the go and the rise in mobile workers are also believed to have impacted on the results.
"This is a significant milestone with some 400 million mobile broadband subscriptions now generating more data traffic than the voice traffic from the total 4.6 billion mobile subscriptions around the world," said Hans Vestburg from Ericsson.
"Our view that the appeal of anywhere, anytime connectivity would drive mobile broadband growth is confirmed by the real world measurements under taken by Ericsson."
Mobile devices, like smartphones and laptops, are used not only by businessmen but by a wide range of people on a regular basis. Social networking sites now account for a large percentage of data traffic - 200 mobile operators over 60 countries are deploying and promoting Facebook products, while the site has a registered 100 million active users.
Mobile broadband-based PCs have also helped to give operators a much-needed boost, both in customers and profits, post-recession.
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