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5G is a paradigm shift for data transfer and wireless communication technology where 5G involves massive bandwidths based on high carrier frequencies. Unlike 4G, 5G is highly integrative to produce a seamless user experience and universal high-rate coverage. The key role of 5G is increasing data capacity, improving data rate transfer, providing better service quality, and decreasing latency. Recently, COVID-19 is declared as an international epidemic. More than 4.5 million confirmed cases and +308,000 death cases have been recorded around more than 209 countries on 16th May 2020. There are several insane theories about 5G technology and human health. Therefore, people are burning valuable 5G infrastructure down out of fear for their health. People think that 5G towers are weakening the immune system and causing the global COVID-19 pandemic. This chapter reviews the data transmission revolution from 1G to 5G technology and discusses the impact of 5G technology on human health, pandemic, and business perspectives.
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Elmousalami, H.H., Darwish, A., Hassanien, A.E. (2021). The Truth About 5G and COVID-19: Basics, Analysis, and Opportunities. In: Hassanien, A.E., Darwish, A. (eds) Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies for Fighting COVID-19 Pandemic: Innovative Approaches. Studies in Systems, Decision and Control, vol 322. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-63307-3_16
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