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Scrolls 2012
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4G stands for the next generation of wireless and mobile communications. The aim of 4G is to achieve ultra broadband speed to be counted in gigabytes per second. 4G, known as the ultra-broadband that allows mobile phone users to surf the Internet, video conference and download music, video and other content at a rate several times faster than 3G services that are still being rolled out across the country.
FEATURES OF 4G:
Allow users to download a full-length feature film within five minutes. To stream high-definition television and radio to hand-held devices. In 4G the download speed is up to 100 Mbps for moving users and 1 Gbps for stationary users. 4G is only a packet switching network.
INFRASTRUCTURE OF 4G:
There are three primary technologies that support 4G WiMax, LTE, and UMB The main doubt is whether to implement WiMax or LTE The advantages of LTE are: (i) Faster speed with 100 Mbps for download and 50 Mbps for upload (ii) It makes CDMA and GSM database moot (iii) It offers both FDD and TDD duplexing. (iv) SON (Self Optimizing Network)
4G IN INDIA:
Bharti Airtel launched India's first 4G service, using TD-LTE technology, in Kolkata on APRIL 10, 2010. Airtel 4G services are available in Kolkata, Bangalore and Pune. Airtel is currently launching 4G services in Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula in Punjab.
ADVANTAGES OF 4G:
Quickly download files over a wireless network. Extremely high voice quality. Easily access Internet, IM, Social Networks, streaming media, video calling, etc. Higher bandwidth. WiMAX, LTE, and HSPA+ are all versions of 4G, WiMAX is used by Sprint, LTE is used by Verizon and AT&T, HSPA+ is used by AT&T and TMobile. 4G is 10 times faster than 3G.
APPLICATION OF 4G:
Tele-Medicine. Tele-geoprocessing applications. Crisis management.