Correct Answer: Advantages of 3G: - Overcrowding is relieved in existing systems with radio spectrum - Bandwidth, security and reliability are more - Provides interoperability among service providers - Availability of fixed and variable rates - Support to devices with backward compatibility with existing networks - Always online devices – 3G uses IP connectivity which is packet based - Rich multi media services are available Disadvantages of 3G: - The cost of cellular infrastructure , upgrading base stations is very high - Needs different handsets - Roaming and data/voice work together has not yet been implemented - Power consumption is high - Requires closer base stations and are expensive - Spectrum-license costs, network deployment costs and handset subsidies subscribers are tremendous
