This MOOC presents the services and the architecture of 5G networks, the main principles of the new radio interface (NR), data flow management, security and the new Service-Based Architecture (SBA).
5G Network Fundamentals
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Characterize 5G modes (eMBB, uRLLC, mMTC) and list the main functional entities and their role (gNB, AMF, SMF, UPF, UDM, AUSF)
Justify how MIMO and massive MIMO are a technological breakthrough of mobile networks
Explain the security weaknesses of 4G and justify how 5G enhances security
Describe the interactions between network functions (NF) from the specification of a simple service in a service-based architecture (SBA).
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