Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is the framework for providing converged voice and data on a 4G LTE network. It is an all-IP architecture that separates the control and data planes to reduce latency and improve scalability. Core Network Elements
: The primary control node. It handles Non-Access Stratum (NAS) signaling, manages user authentication via the HSS, tracks UE locations (Tracking Area lists), and manages session/bearer setup. Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is the framework for
Evolved Packet Core (EPC) is the framework for providing converged voice and data on a 4G LTE network. It is an all-IP architecture that separates the control and data planes to reduce latency and improve scalability. Core Network Elements
: The primary control node. It handles Non-Access Stratum (NAS) signaling, manages user authentication via the HSS, tracks UE locations (Tracking Area lists), and manages session/bearer setup.