The world of computer technology moves so fast that for people who don’t have a degree in computer sciences it can be difficult to keep up. You might hear about some of the new computer and Internet technology out there, but can you really say that you understand what it is or how it works? Well, there is one new development in the Internet world that you do want to stay informed about, and that is the 4G network. This article will help to explain the 4G network and some of the terminology that comes along with it in simple terms that everyone can understand.
What is 4G?
4G literally stands for fourth generation. You have probably heard a lot about the 3G network from commercials about iPhones and Blackberries. 3G is the predecessor of the 4G network. If you have one of these 3G devices, or you know someone who has one, you know that you can log into the Internet almost anywhere that you receive a wireless signal. The great thing about the 4G network is that it is designed to also be used with regular computers. This means that if you have a 4G mobile modem, you can log into the Internet on a 4G network from almost anywhere. It is also up to four times faster than the 3G network. With a regular computer and the extra speed of 4G, you can do all of the things that you weren’t able to do with 3G, like download large files, watch videos, or download music.
Mobile Broadband
Mobile broadband is the general term for the different kinds of wireless high-speed Internet that transmit signals through some type of portable device. This could be a portable modem, a telephone, or some other type of piece of equipment.
WiMAX
This is a term that you will hear used when it comes to the 4G network. WiMAX is technology that allows you to transmit data wireless. It was developed as another alternative to cable and DSL Internet and is a mobile wireless Internet.
Mobile Air Card
This is an important one. An air card is the device that you use to connect to the Internet. You might be more familiar with the term “modem.” This air card, or portable modem, is what you use to connect to the Internet with your laptop. You plug the device into the USB port on your laptop. Mobile air cards are very small, not like the traditional modem that you are probably imagining. The size is similar to a small USB memory stick. It’s smaller than a pack of Big Red chewing gum. This makes it very convenient to bring with you.
Hopefully this article has helped you to better understand the new exciting world of 4G technology. The most important thing to remember about 4G is that it
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