May 1, 2024
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4G, short for fourth-generation wireless, is a mobile technology standard that provides high-speed data transmission for mobile devices. It is the successor to 3G and the predecessor to 5G. 4G offers significantly faster data speeds than its predecessors, making it ideal for streaming video, playing games, and other data-intensive activities.
History of 4G
4G technology was first introduced in 2008 by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The ITU sets the standards for mobile communication technologies, and 4G is part of the ITU's International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) family of standards. 4G is based on the Long Term Evolution (LTE) standard, which is a packet-based mobile broadband technology.
4G was initially deployed in developed countries, but it has since become widely available in developing countries as well. As of 2023, 4G is the dominant mobile technology standard in most parts of the world.
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learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
4G.
Provides a comprehensive overview of 4G technology, covering both LTE and LTE-Advanced. It is written by three leading experts in the field, and it is widely considered to be the definitive reference on 4G.
Explores the future of wireless communications, with a focus on 4G. It provides a comprehensive overview of the different technologies that are being developed for 4G, as well as their potential applications.
Focuses on LTE Advanced, a next-generation cellular technology that is based on 4G. It provides a detailed overview of the different components of an LTE Advanced system, as well as their interactions and performance characteristics.
Provides a detailed overview of the system design of 4G mobile networks. It covers all aspects of 4G system design, from the physical layer to the application layer.
Provides a comprehensive overview of 4G technology.
Great introduction to 4G for beginners.
Is only partly relevant to the topic, but the sections on 4G cellular are good
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