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cellular network
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communication network where the last link is wireless
A cellular network is a communication system where the final connection to your device uses wireless signals instead of physical cables. It matters because it enables mobile phones and other devices to stay connected while moving around, rather than requiring you to plug into a fixed location to make calls or access data.
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A cellular network or mobile network is a telecommunications network where the link to and from end nodes is wireless and the network is distributed over land areas called cells, each served by at least one fixed-location transceiver (such as a base station). These base stations provide the cell with the network coverage which can be used for transmission of voice, data, and other types of content via radio waves. Each cell's coverage area is determined by factors such as the power of the transceiver, the terrain, and the frequency band being used. A cell typically uses a different set of frequencies from neighboring cells, to avoid interference and provide guaranteed service quality within each cell.