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From Analog Beginnings To The Future

The document outlines the evolution of wireless communication from 1G to 5G, highlighting key advancements in speed, connectivity, and technology. Each generation, from the analog-based 1G to the high-speed 5G, has introduced significant improvements, including digital signals, mobile internet access, and ultra-low latency. Looking ahead, 6G is anticipated to further revolutionize communication with terabit-level speeds and AI-driven networks.

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From Analog Beginnings To The Future

The document outlines the evolution of wireless communication from 1G to 5G, highlighting key advancements in speed, connectivity, and technology. Each generation, from the analog-based 1G to the high-speed 5G, has introduced significant improvements, including digital signals, mobile internet access, and ultra-low latency. Looking ahead, 6G is anticipated to further revolutionize communication with terabit-level speeds and AI-driven networks.

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The Evolution of Wireless Communication: From 1G

to 5G and Beyond

Wireless communication has transformed the way we connect, share, and interact with the world. Starting
with 1G in the 1980s, each generation of wireless technology has brought revolutionary advancements in
speed, connectivity, and possibilities. Let’s explore this journey.

1G: The Dawn of Mobile Telephony


The first generation of wireless communication (1G) emerged in the 1980s in Japan to provide calling
services with access speeds of only 2.4 Kbps. 1G networks use data transmission over Analog signals
based on a technique called FDMA (Frequency Division Multiple Access). The 1G network has an
operating frequency of about 800 - 900 MHz with channel capacity limited to 30 KHz. 1G network
capacity is limited, so signal reception is poor, which is always accompanied by ambient noise. The
advantage of a 1G network is that it has a simple infrastructure and requires fewer network components to
develop.

2G: The Digital Leap


In 1992, the 2G wireless mobile network was born using Digital signals to replace Analog. The 2G
network has many advantages compared to the 1G network such as being able to send SMS messages,
and data transmission speed has increased to 64Kbps. Supports the use of multiple people on the same
frequency band, making information more secure because all calls are encrypted. Furthermore, 2G was
the first mobile network technology to support international roaming and provided better network
coverage than 1G. The advent of 2G networks standardized frequency bands, allowing mobile devices to
operate on both the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands. This means users
can switch between carriers without changing devices or SIM cards, as long as the new carrier also
supports the
same frequency bands.

3G: The Age of Data


Launched in the early 2000s, 3G enabled mobile internet access for the first time. With faster data speeds,
users could browse the web, send emails, and stream multimedia. It marked the shift towards smartphones
and apps. 3G network was introduced to the world and officially commercialized in 2003. 3G network
with data rate of 144 Kbps for mobile users, 384 Kbps was achieved for walking users and 2 Mbps for
mobile users. successful home users. 3G network with broadband, sending and receiving large emails
easily; Watch videos and chat online securely without interruption.
4G: The Era of High-Speed Internet
The introduction of 4G LTE in the 2010s brought broadband-like speeds to mobile devices.4G network
can be said to be a mobile network that is popularizing very quickly and is extremely popular with users
Launched in 2013, after 10 years the 3G network has become reliable, so the 4G network quickly became
popular and almost all mobile devices registered to use the 4G network. 4G network has many
outstanding features such as extremely fast access speed that can be 20 times higher than 3G and can
reach 1.2 Gbps. 4G networks allow downloading large files and streaming high-quality videos without
interruption on mobile devices. 4G networks operate on the 700 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2600 MHz
frequency bands with better coverage and can improve call quality, allowing the development of many
new services such as mobile payments, video conferencing. Cloud-based gaming and visualization.

5G: The Age of Hyper-Connectivity


The latest generation, 5G, is a game-changer with speeds up to 100 times faster than 4G. It supports
massive device connectivity, ultra-low latency, and advanced applications like autonomous vehicles,
smart cities, and AR/VR experiences.

Beyond 5G: The Future of Wireless


As we look ahead, 6G promises to redefine communication with terabit-level speeds, AI-driven networks,
and holographic connectivity. It will enable unprecedented advancements in healthcare, education, and
industrial automation.
Difference between the network generations:
Nowadays, no one talks about 1G or 2G networks anymore because almost all network operators have
started shutting down old networks and only deploying new networks. Therefore, many people are
interested in how 3G, 4G, and 5G are different so they can choose the right network carrier. Thus, mobile
networks have evolved significantly over the past few decades. Each generation of mobile networks
brings new features and innovations, such as improved call quality, higher data transfer speeds, and
lower latency. Wireless communication’s evolution demonstrates humanity’s relentless drive
for innovation, making the world more connected than ever before.

Article by: Shivani & Chirayu.

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