Third generation of mobile networks (3G)

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It is the first generation to use digital technologies to improve the quality of voice calls, SMS and mobile internet.

Network Speed: 14.4 to 217.6 Kbps

These digital standards include GSM ( Global System for Mobile Communications ), GPRS ( General Packet Radio Service ).

Further improvements were made with the release of EDGE ( Enhanced Data for Global Evolution ).

EDGE was launched just before 3G and improved buy pakistan cell phone number list network speeds to 384 Kbps – which is why it is commonly referred to as 2.75G.

The second generation allowed the separation of ownership of the network infrastructure from the role of service provider.

This allowed companies without their own physical networks to enter the market as mobile operators ( MVNOs ) .

Second generation (2G) mobile networks are suitable for basic voice calls and SMS.
They can reach rural and remote areas.
2G operating frequency bands: 900 MHz to 1800 MHz.