3.2 C-RAN / V-RAN === ###### tags: `Guide book` ![](https://i.imgur.com/E2UkDWI.png) Cloud RAN (C-RAN) or Virtual RAN (vRAN) then being invented to simplify the equipments that required for a base station installation. The purpose of C-RAN is to **centering the logic function of networking operation into a cloud**. This cloud service for RAN is also called **Core Network**. The innovation of fiber optic also give support to move the logic server into a Core network server. This approach is more efficient, since we can reduce the cost for the space and cooling system for base station. :::info **Notes**: C-RAN is not O-RAN (Every C-RAN is maintained by a single operator) :::