Mobile Computing Force Network (MCFN): Computing and Network Convergence Supporting Integrated Communication Service

Facing the integrated enhancement of network and computing requirements from emerging high-computing-demand service such as XR and metaverse, Mobile Computing Force Network (MCFN) is proposed to satisfy this kind of service. MCFN is the network which achieves computing and mobile network convergence based on the perception, control, and management over computing resources. MCFN could have the global knowledge of network topology and service endpoint, which could provide the best network and service path to satisfy end-to-end requirements. The main objectives of this paper are introducing use cases, requirements of MCFN, and potential influence on 5G-Advanced and 6G network architecture as well as the key technologies to realize MCFN.