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Core network meaning

What does Core network mean?
Core network describes the central “backbone” of an electronic communications network that transports and processes traffic (voice, data, messaging) between access networks. In practice it covers backbone transmission and switching/routing functions, such as IP/MPLS cores, circuit/packet switches, subscriber databases, authentication and billing platforms, interconnect gateways and data centres; it is distinct from access or backhaul segments. The term is widely used in telecoms contracts, regulation and technical guidance rather than being uniformly defined in primary legislation. In the UK, Ofcom materials under the Telecommunications Security Act 2021 and related directions/guidance refer to core versus access for security and high‑risk vendor measures. In Ireland, usage aligns with the European Electronic Communications Code and ComReg guidance. Terminology and practical scope are broadly consistent across England & Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland, subject to specific instrument definitions. Legally and commercially, identifying the core network affects: allocation of obligations in wholesale, MVNO and managed service agreements; service demarcation and SLAs; security, resilience and outage reporting duties; lawful interception capabilities; vendor and supply‑chain restrictions; and due diligence in M&A and network sharing. Parties should check any contract, Ofcom/ComReg direction, or security code of practice for context‑specific definitions.
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