5G, Beyond: Mobile Network Evolution
5G, Beyond: Mobile Network Evolution 5G opened a new page for mobile networks with faster speeds, lower latency, and new ways to connect many devices. Beyond 5G, the trend is toward software-driven, open, and flexible networks that can adapt to many use cases. This evolution blends cloud-native cores, edge computing, and intelligent management to support not only people, but factories, vehicles, and remote services. Key shifts include: Software-defined networks and cloud-native cores that are easier to update. Network slicing to reserve resources for different needs, from factories to video streaming. Edge computing that brings processing close to devices for instant results. AI-driven network tuning and predictive maintenance to keep networks healthy. In practice, operators place edge nodes near users and enterprise sites. They use slicing to tailor capacity for a hospital, a stadium, or a secure office campus. These choices help services run reliably, even when demand spikes. ...