BSNL signs deal with Softbank, NTT to rollout 5G and IoT

BSNL signs deal with Softbank

Question. Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding 5G and Internet of things (IoT)?
(A)Peak data rate for 5G is 10 Gbps.
(B)Internet of things is the network of physical devices.
(C)5G will succeed the 4G LTE.
(D)BSNL is planning to send 900 satellites for this purpose.
Answer. A
RELATED FACTS-

  • BSNL is collaborating with Softbank and NTT Communications for its 900 satellite constellation which will provide 5G and IoT services. BSNL has signed an agreement with NOKIA and CISCO for developing a 5G ecosystem.
  • The Internet of things (IoT) is the network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and connectivity which enables these things to connect, collect and exchange data, creating opportunities for more direct integration of the physical world into computer-based systems, resulting in efficiency improvements, economic benefits, and reduced human exertions.
  • 5G is the 5th generation of cellular mobile communication which has succeeded the 4G (LTE/WiMAX).it has peak data rate of 20 Gbps and user experienced data rate is 1Gbps.
  • 3G was launched in India after 7 years the technology was available in other countries, 4G came after the time lag of 4 years but 5g is coming in India with the approval of international telecommunication union (ITU).

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References-

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/telecom/telecom-news/bsnl-inks-deal-with-softbank-ntt-to-roll-out-5g-iot-service/articleshow/65919907.cms

https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/bsnl-signs-deal-with-softbank-ntt-to-roll-out-5g-internet-of-things/article25019856.ece

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_of_things

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5G