DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

(2ND YEAR / 4TH SEMESTER)

5G Wireless Technology
Anurag Gupta

What is 5G Wireless Technology?

5G is the fifth generation of wireless technology, and it promises faster data rates and lower
latency than its predecessors. Theoretically, 5G networks will have a peak speed of 20 Gbps
(gigabits per second), which is 10 times faster than current 4G LTE networks.
However, there are three different methods for building a 5G network: millimeter wave
spectrum; sub-6 GHz spectrum; or both.

Lower Literacy: 5G networks will have lower latency than 4G, meaning there will be
less delay when transmitting data. This will enable real-time applications like remote
surgeries and self-driving cars that require immediate response time.

What are the Benefits of 5G?

The benefits of 5G are many and varied. The increased speed will allow users to download
data at a much faster rate, which means they can stream movies or music without any
buffering. It also means that applications like virtual reality will be able to operate more
efficiently, as the lag time between inputting commands and seeing them reflected on screen
will be decreased.
Improved coverage is another benefit of 5G technology; because it has greater range than
previous generations of wireless networks, you'll be able to use your phone or tablet in more
places around town without losing signal strength (or having it drop out altogether). Finally,
there's more capacity for a more efficient network--meaning fewer dropped calls!

How 5G works?
Wireless communications systems use radio frequencies (also known as spectrum)
to carry information through the air.
5G operates in the same way, but uses higher radio frequencies that are less
cluttered. This allows for it to carry more information at a much faster rate. These
higher bands are called 'millimeter waves' (mmwaves). They were previously unused
but have been opened up for licensing by regulators. They had been largely
untouched by the public as the equipment to use them was largely inaccessible and
expensive.

While higher bands are faster at carrying information, there can be problems with
sending over large distances. They are easily blocked by physical objects such as
trees and buildings. In order to circumvent this challenge, 5G will utilise multiple input
and output antennae to boost signals and capacity across the wireless network.

The technology will also use smaller transmitters. Placed on buildings and street
furniture, as opposed to using single stand-alone masts. Current estimates say that
5G will be able to support up to 1,000 more devices per metre than 4G.

5G technology will also be able to ‘slice’ a physical network into multiple virtual
networks. This means that operators will be able to deliver the right slice of network,
depending on how it is being used, and thereby better manage their networks. This
means, for example, that an operator will be able use different slice capacities
depending on importance. So, a single user streaming a video would use a different
slice to a business, while simpler devices could be separated from more complex
and demanding applications, such as controlling autonomous vehicles.

There are also plans to allow businesses to rent their own isolated and insulated
network slice in order to separate them from competing Internet traffic.

What are the Challenges of 5G?

There are a number of challenges that need to be addressed before 5G can be deployed. First,
the cost of deployment is high. Second, there are security concerns about how 5G networks
will handle sensitive data and information. Finally, there's some evidence that 5G wireless
technology may have adverse health effects on humans and animals alike

What are the Applications of 5G?

5G will enable many new applications, including:

 Internet of Things (IoT) devices that are connected to the internet and can
communicate with each other. This includes smart homes, smart cities and self-
driving cars.
 Autonomous vehicles that can communicate with each other and their surroundings in
real time to avoid collisions.

What is the Future of 5G?

The future of 5G is bright. There's no doubt that it will be a major part of our lives in the
years to come, but what exactly can we expect?

The growing demand for faster internet speeds and more reliable connections means that 5G
networks will likely become increasingly commonplace throughout the world. The
technology has already made its way into some cities in Asia and Europe, as well as parts of
America like Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth and Los Angeles.

What Companies are Involved in 5G?

There are many companies involved in 5G wireless technology. Some of them include:

 Qualcomm, who is one of the largest manufacturers of mobile chipsets and has been
working on 5G since 2014.
 Huawei, one of China's biggest tech companies that recently partnered with AT&T to
build out their network infrastructure.
 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., which has been manufacturing smartphones since
1987 and is currently working on its own 5G network standards for South Korea.
 Nokia Corporation (also known as Nokia Oyj) was founded by Fredrik Idestam-
Almquist in 1871 as a pulp mill company but later expanded into telecommunications
equipment manufacturing after purchasing Ericsson's cable division in 2016.*
Ericsson AB was founded in 1876 by Lars Magnus Ericsson (no relation) as
manufacturer of telegraph equipment; today it specializes in telecoms systems
integration services for fixed line operators worldwide.* Verizon Communications
Incorporated is an American multinational telecommunications conglomerate holding
company headquartered at 1095 Avenue of Americas Manhattan NY 10036 United
States Of America USA; it provides wireless services under its namesake brand name
through subsidiaries such as Verizon Wireless

What are the Countries with 5G Coverage?

India had started rolling out 5G trials in select cities, but widespread 5G coverage was not yet
available throughout the country. However, several other countries had implemented some level
of 5G coverage by that time, including:

1. China
2. South Korea
3. United States
4. United Kingdom
5. Germany
6. Japan
7. Australia
8. Canada
9. Spain
10. Italy

It is important to note that 5G coverage is an ongoing process and may have changed since my
knowledge cutoff date. Additionally, the extent and quality of coverage may vary within each
country depending on the location and the specific carrier.

 China
China is the first country to launch 5G networks, with the first cities being Shanghai
and Shenzhen. The government has stated that it will invest $2.6 billion in 5G
technology by 2020, with plans to roll out 5G services nationwide by 2025.

What are the Different Types of 5G?

There are three main types of 5G: low-band, mid-band and millimeter wave.
Low-band is the same as LTE (4G) in that it uses lower frequencies--around 600MHz to
700MHz--to provide coverage over a large area. Mid-band operates at higher frequencies
between 2GHz and 6GHz, which means it can transmit data faster but only over shorter
distances. Millimeter wave operates at even higher frequencies than mid-band, between
30GHz and 300GHz; this means it's even faster than mid-band but has very limited range due
to its short wavelength (a millimeter is about one thousandth of an inch).

What is the Impact of 5G on Society?

The impact of 5G on society is significant. The technology will allow for greater
productivity, improved healthcare, more efficient energy usage and many other benefits.
In terms of productivity and efficiency in business settings, 5G will allow companies to
operate more smoothly by providing faster access to information. This means that employees
can get their jobs done faster while also being able to take advantage of new opportunities as
they arise--which could lead to increased profits for companies that adopt the technology
early on. Furthermore, since 5G networks require less infrastructure than previous
generations of wireless networks (such as 2G or 3G), it's easier for businesses to install them
without having too much difficulty getting approval from local governments

Conclusion
5G technology is the future of wireless communication. It's a new standard that will allow for
faster data speeds and more reliable connections, but it also has the potential to revolutionize
how we work, live and play.
With 5G, you'll be able to download movies in seconds instead of minutes; stream music
without buffering; have video calls with friends overseas as if they were right next door;
access real-time information such as traffic updates or weather forecasts without having to
wait for them to load on your phone screen--and much more!