With analysts predicting 5G will be the next driver of global economic growth, we take a look at the journey from analogue first generation cellular communication in 1970âs Japan, to the widespread use of 4G today and the potential benefits 5G may bring. We discuss what makes 5G so different from previous generations, the, decisions and investments network operators will need to make, as well as the challenges of network integrity, security and densification. The capabilities of 5G have already been defined; the massive leap in reduced latency and requirements for new hardware and technologies signpost exciting times ahead. We hope you enjoy reading this edition of Focus online. Please get in touch to order complimentary printed copies for your desk or office. Wherever you are in your product life cycle, contact one of our technical specialists in your local language at avnet-abacus.eu/ask-an-expert Your Avnet Abacus team |