The Pros And Cons Of 4G Technology

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The digitization of cellular technology was introduced by the 3G wireless system that brought on the following enhancements: global roaming, superior voice and video quality, data services always on, online applications, web surfing, news, transportation services and online transactions such as ticketing, online shopping, banking and more. A general misunderstanding is that we are already using 4G (Fourth Generation) technology but that is incorrect because there is 3G and then there is what is beyond 3G (Third Generation); enhancements to our current 3G technology. 4G is a discussion point to address future needs of higher network speeds to offer both cellular and broadband services at a larger scale in terms of covering further distances…show more content…
In this paper, section 2 provides information on the 3G technology, section 3 details information on the 4G technology and the transition into 5G, and section 4 provides a summary of the information…show more content…
The coverage provided to a cell phone still relies on the device that is being used, how far from the tower the cellular device is and whether the cellular device user is indoors or outdoors. As mentioned before, the common misconception is that 4G technology is already being used and that confusion comes from service providers already including 4G compatible cell phones. What is currently being used is an enhanced version of the 3G technology that was originally introduced in 1998. In order for cell phone users to experience coverage without any fading regardless of location and mobility, mobile operators must first upgrade their networks and continually provide phones with faster processors until finally a full 4G quality of technology is fulfilled. The general reason why researchers and industries would like to switch to the all-IP is to provide more enhanced levels of user experience and a common platform for all the existing mobile technologies such as GSM, GPRS, IMT-2000, WiFi and

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