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| Author(s): |
Martinez, Victor M. G.
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Ribeiro, Moises R. N.
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Mota, Vinicius F. S.
Total Authors: 3
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| Document type: | Journal article |
| Source: | ANNALS OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS; v. 79, n. 5-6, p. 17-pg., 2023-11-09. |
| Abstract | |
Over the last three decades, we have become more dependent on wireless connectivity to access services and applications from nearly anywhere. The overstated emergence of the all-encompassing fifth generation (5G) of mobile systems begs the question of the future of the new generation of IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi) solutions. However, Wi-Fi has certain advantages compared to cellular systems in different ways: (i) a fast-paced standardization process; (ii) a diverse, agile, and highly competitive manufacturer base; and (iii) a broad base of early adopters for both office and house wireless networks. In addition, the rise of enabling technologies, such as software-defined wireless networks, may allow more robust and reliable Wi-Fi networks to bridge gaps in Wi-Fi technology to reach several vertical sectors. This review provides a technical analysis of the relationship between broadband wireless and Wi-Fi technologies. Wi-Fi has taken decisive steps with the evolution of several standards, and there is already evidence that Wi-Fi may partially (or completely) fulfill 5G's strict service requirements. Next, we discussed the Wi-Fi and 5G convergence, which allow more control over user experiences and provide better service. This review concludes with an analysis of open challenges in the convergence of 5G and Wi-Fi systems. We conclude that Wi-Fi technology has and will continue to have a decisive role as an access technology in the new ecosystem of wireless networks. (AU) | |
| FAPESP's process: | 18/23097-3 - SFI2: slicing future internet infrastructures |
| Grantee: | Tereza Cristina Melo de Brito Carvalho |
| Support Opportunities: | Research Projects - Thematic Grants |
| FAPESP's process: | 20/05182-3 - PORVIR-5G: programability, orchestration and virtualization in 5G networks |
| Grantee: | José Marcos Silva Nogueira |
| Support Opportunities: | Research Projects - Thematic Grants |