What is 5G, and how is it different from 3G and 4G services?

5G is the fifth-generation mobile network capable of transmitting a large set of data at a very rapid speed.

In comparison to 3G and 4G, 5G has a very low latency which will enhance user experiences in various sectors.

Low latency describes the efficiency to process a very high volume of data messages with a minimal delay.

The 5G rollout is also expected to bring more development in remote data monitoring in sectors such as mining, warehousing, telemedicine, and manufacturing, among others.

Who were the participants in the 5G spectrum auction?

Reliance Jio, Adani group, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are the four major participants in the spectrum auction.

How much revenue did the government make from the auction?

Department of Telecom received total bids worth span class='webrupee'₹/span1.50 lakh crore from the recently concluded auction.

Revenue from the auctions was initially estimated to be span class='webrupee'₹/span80,000-90,000 crore.

Speed: - 5G services are expected to be about 10 times faster than 4G. (With ANI inputs)