Glossary Definition for: MVNO

Posted on: January 14, 2018 / By: Cherie Ve Ard

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Mobile Virtual Network Operator – a company that offers cellular service, but which does not own its own cellular network. MVNOs lease capacity from the major carriers and resell it under their own branding. Examples include StraightTalk and Consumer Cellular.

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