US Air Force picks Verizon for 35 base network upgrades

US Air Force chooses Verizon for network upgrades, despite Salt Typhoon intrusions
Verizon already holds contracts with the Armed Forces in supporting flight line testing equipment, animated simulation and training, full-motion, high-definition video to support telemedicine for its airmen, and ultra-fast artificial intelligence for biometric identification.
Verizon Business to upgrade 4G/5G at 35 Air Force bases in the US
Verizon said it represents its “seventh win in eight attempts”, and follows deals in 2019, 2021, and 2023 to see it engaged at 36 Air Force bases.
Verizon Hits 5.5 Gbps 5G Speeds, Lands Air Force Deal to Upgrade Base Networks Nationwide
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Verizon selected by the U.S. Air Force for 5G and network upgrades at 35 installations
This is Verizon’s 7th OTL win out of 8 attempts, which serves as a testament to the trust the U.S. Air Force has in the strength and speed of our network, as well as the quality of the professional and managed services expertise they gain from our people,
Verizon wins deal to deploy 4G and 5G to 35 US Air Force bases
US telco Verizon has been awarded a contract to install 5G and/or 4G LTE network enhancements at 35 US Air Forces bases across the country. Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed, though the carrier said the deal has been awarded through the Air Force's Offer to Lease (OTL) program.
Never mind those Chinese spies: US Air Force picks Verizon for 35 base network upgrades
Salt Typhoon? Unpatched network kit? Sorry, I think you're breaking up Never mind that whole Salt Typhoon hiccup - Verizon's reputation hit hasn't stopped it from securing a deal to upgrade the networks on 35 US Air Force bases with new 4G and 5G kit.
Verizon To Deploy 5G Networks Across 35 US Air Force Bases
Tuesday announced that the company has secured a contract from the U.S. Air Force to install 5G and/or 4G LTE network enhancements on 35 Air Force installations located throughout the nation. The telecommunications company will offer higher speeds,
Verizon to enhance 5G and/or 4G LTE networks at 35 USAF bases
The US Air Force (USAF) has chosen Verizon Business to implement 5G and 4G LTE network improvements across 35 installations within the nation. This initiative is part of the Air Force’s Offer to Lease programme,
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