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This paper presents the generic definitions, basic functionalities and current research trends in Cloud Radio Access Networks and its derivatives, Virtual Radio Access Networks and Open Radio Access Networks. Moreover, the paper provides practical results, insights, and lessons learned regarding the limitations and unforeseen issues of Radio Access Networks virtualization. The paper also discusses the potential developments and possibilities for commercial roll out of novel Radio Access Networks approaches.

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    Liljana Gavrilovska, Valentin Rakovic & Daniel Denkovski

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Gavrilovska, L., Rakovic, V. & Denkovski, D. From Cloud RAN to Open RAN. Wireless Pers Commun 113, 1523–1539 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11277-020-07231-3

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