How do 5G small cells work and where are they located?
You might know that a 5G web link uses whats calledsmall cells, but what does that mean?
The cell tower is an essential part of a mobile web connection.
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What Are 5G Small Cells?
Since 5G towers can operate on less power, they can be made relatively small.
A 5G cell tower is basically just a small box, like you see in the image above.
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How 5G Small Cells Works
Despite their size, small cells are not weak.
Inside a small cell is radio equipment necessary for transmitting data to and from connected devices.
These devices can also quickly adjust power usage based on the current load.
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A carrier might choose a wired fiber connection or wireless microwave for that connection.
This translates into less traditional-looking towers, but also potentially more eyesores nearly everywhere you look.
This isn’tasnecessary for low-band networks that support long-range communication.
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