By defining a basic interface, micro-services can be brought together and deployed into an end-to-end service Dedicated core networks (network slices)

• Based on a modular software platform – e.g. Authentication and Authorization, Identity Management, Policy control and charging, Reachability and Mobility Management, QoS and security

Edge network computing enables resource virtualization,sharing and isolation

Dedicated edge networks

• Vertical – e.g. low-delay industrial wireless
• Application specific – e.g. vehicular communication
• Distributed – e.g. content caching, data aggregation
• Private – e.g. isolation between distinct security areas