10 likes | 26 Views
A new era of digital economy age was unleashed as wireless networks evolved from voice-only first generation to voice and text 2G, 3G-enabled basic mobile computing, and then to the latest Internet-enabled 4G where we got higher speeds and millions of apps to help us work faster and smarter. <br> <br>And now, 5G is here to open the floodgates to download speed that is more than ten times what we are used to.<br> <br>What is needed at this point in digital transformation is a national 5G strategy that facilitates the transition through a priority approach. <br>
E N D
THE FUTURE IS5G It is 2020- there are roll-up TVs, voice-activated assistants, foldable smartphones, and an array of internet-connected smart devices. More technology and innovations are being introduced every day. Andwithmoredevices,arisestheneedforabetter-connectednetwork. A new era of digital economy age was unleashed as wireless networks evolved from voice-only first generation to voice and text 2G, 3G-enabled basic mobile computing, and then to the latest Internet- enabled4Gwherewegothigherspeedsandmillionsofappstohelpusworkfasterandsmarter. Andnow,5G isheretoopenthefloodgatestodownloadspeedthatismorethantentimeswhatweare used to. These are crucial days for 5G. The transition to this wireless technology poses unique opportunities and challenges that must be carefully thought and addressed if the United States is to maximizetheuseofnext-genwirelessnetworksandapplicationsthatrelyonthem. Undoubtedly, that 5G will have a significant impact on American users- a major one from performance improvements like faster video streaming, real-time gaming, and more, thanks to the reduced latency provided by 5G networks. And decision-makers are faced with the sophisticated technologies and dynamics around this network, wherein their decisions will have an impact on long-term national competitiveness. Holdon!Let'spauseandaskafewcrucialquestions-Whatexactlyis5G,howisitdifferentfromprevious technologies,where'sitbeingused,why5G,andhowcouldyoubenefitfromit? WHAT IS5G? Insimplewords, 5Gisthefifthgenerationofthewirelessnetwork.Anewglobalwirelessstandardafter 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G networks, 5G is designed to connect virtually anyone and anything, including objects, machines, anddevices. It is meant to deliver high multi-Gbps peak data, low latency, higher reliability, huge network capacity, increasedavailability,andconsistentuserexperience. Powered by new technology, millimeter wave, or mmWave, 5G's higher performance and efficiency empowermoreuniqueuserexperiencesandconnectnewindustries. HOW'S 5G DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUSTECHNOLOGIES? Well,thepreviousgenerationofnetworksis1G,2G,3G,and4G. Firstgeneration:Introducedinthe1980s,1Gwasallaboutanalogvoice. Second generation: 2G came up in the early 1990s and introduced the first generation digital voice technologies such as CDMA, GSM, andTDMA. Third generation: In the early 2000s, 3G brought mobile data such as EVDO, HSPA, UMTS, and CDMA2000,considerablyreducingthespeedsfrom200kbpstoafewmegabitspersecond(Mbps). Fourth generation: Enter 2010s and 4G technologies like WiMAX and LTE ushered in the era of mobile broadband-thenextincompatibleleapforwardisscalinguptohundredsofmegabitsandgigabit-level speeds. Alltheseledto5G,whichisunifiedandamorecapableairinterface.Itbringsthreenewaspectstothe table: higher speeds, super reliability, and ability to connect a log more devices at once and negligible latency. All set to expand the mobile ecosystem into new realms- 5G will impact every sector- safer transport, remote healthcare, precision agriculture, digital logistic, and more will be a reality, enabling next-gen userexperiences,empoweringnewerdeploymentmodelsanddeliveringnewservices. WHERE IS 5GUSED? Whatdefinesthecapabilityof5Gisthatitisdesignedtosupportfutureservice,whichmaybeunknown today, flexibly andably. Itcanbeusedacrossthreeprimaryconnectedservices:- Enhancedmobilebroadband:5Gwillmakesmartphonesbetterandusherinexperienceslike VRandAR withfasteranduniformdataratesandlowcost-per-bit. Mission-critical communications: 5G will transform industries with reliable and low latency links like remotecontrolofinfrastructureandmedicalprocedures. DetailsIoT:Seamlessconnectiontohugeembeddedsensorsthroughtheabilitytoscaledowndatarates, power;providingextremelylostcostconnectivitysolutions. HOW CAN BUSINESSES USE5G? Due to high data speed and superior network reliability, 5G will tremendously impact businesses- enhancing efficiency and giving users faster access to information. Depending on the particular sector, companies can fully utilize 5G capabilities, especially industries that require high speed, low latency, and networkability that 5Gprovides. All in all, 5G poses a significant opportunity for economic growth throughout several sectors in the UnitedStatesandtheworld.Thedegreetowhich5Gnetworkdeploymentservicesareanticipatedtobe integratedwithintheUSeconomy'sprocesseshighlightstheimportanceandrisks inherenttorelyingon untrustedsuppliersofthenetwork. What is needed at this point in digital transformation is a national 5G strategy that invests in research, supports trusted bodies, accelerates deployment, and facilitates the transition through a priority approach. CREATEDBYIGNITEC