Overview: 5G refers to the fifth generation of mobile network technology. It promises faster data speeds, lower latency, increased connectivity, and the ability to connect a massive number of devices simultaneously.
Technical Features:
Millimeter Wave (mmWave): One of the frequency bands for 5G, offering high data speeds but with limited range.
Low-band and Mid-band: These frequencies provide broader coverage compared to mmWave but at lower speeds.
Massive MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output): This technology uses multiple antennas to transmit and receive signals more efficiently, increasing network capacity and speed.
Network Slicing: Allows operators to create multiple virtual networks within a single physical 5G network, catering to different use cases with varying requirements.
Edge Computing: 5G enables faster data processing at the edge of the network, reducing latency and improving response times for applications.
Containers (e.g., Docker):
Overview: Containers are lightweight, standalone, and executable software packages that contain everything needed to run a piece of software, including the code, runtime, system tools, libraries, and settings.
Technical Features:
Isolation: Containers provide process and file system isolation from the host system, ensuring that applications run consistently across different computing environments.
Portability: Since containers encapsulate all dependencies, they can run consistently across various computing environments, from development to production.
Efficiency: Containers share the host system's OS kernel, reducing overhead compared to traditional virtual machines.
Docker: A popular containerization platform that allows developers to create, deploy, and run applications in containers. Docker uses a layered file system called UnionFS, allowing for efficient storage and sharing of container images.
