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Words of Advice: 5G Reliability
November 14, 2019 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 MagazineEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

In a recent survey, we asked the following question: Do you think 5G will improve the reliability of communication? Here are a few of the answers, edited slightly for clarity.
- I will comment after experiencing.
- We will need many more high-tech cell sites. Weather can interfere!
- Yes, but probably only in built-up urban areas.
- By itself, no, it won’t, since 5G will leverage 4G frequencies. The reliability of the entire 5G network should be enhanced.
- I think it will only be available in some areas.
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