Improve cybersecurity with 5G connectivity

5G is already a reality. The present and future of mobile communications offers faster connections to completely change the way users around the world navigate. Currently, there are more than 1 billion active subscriptions, but according to Statista data from Ericsson Mobility Visualizer, this number is expected to increase to 4 billion by 2027. 

What is 5G? 

5G refers to the fifth generation of wireless technology for communications that offers faster connection speeds and allows data to be sent in a shorter time.  

After the success of previous versions, which incorporated phone calls, SMS, internet connection and broadband network, this latest generation of mobile network is transforming the way people, devices and companies connect, representing a generational leap with which it is expected to obtain more agile and efficient connections. 

Why is 5G so important for global connectivity? 

This new technology is designed to improve everyone's connection with respect to previous versions, as more and more devices and applications require better conditions to offer all their functionalities. 

These are the main reasons why 5G connectivity can help change the world: 

1. Offers faster connection speed: 5G is capable of much faster browsing than its predecessor versions. This will help users wherever this technology is located to download content and upload it to the network at a higher speed, thus improving their experience and allowing people to connect with each other in a much more satisfactory way. 

2. Connects two devices in less time: the time it takes to send a series of data from its source to its destination is much shorter than in previous generations of connection. This allows almost instantaneous communication between two or more devices, which is essential in a world where millions of telematic meetings, online work of several teams, remote control systems or monitoring of remote operations take place every day. 

3. Enables more devices to be connected: the capacity of this network is much greater, which means that the number of devices connected at the same time does not place a burden on the performance of the connection. This function becomes very important as more and more devices need to be connected to the network, allowing more devices in a crowded area such as cities to be connected. 

4. Helps the development of new technologies: offering a wider and faster connection provides the opportunity to create new digital tools that improve people's quality of life and boost economic growth. This is accentuated, for example, by the emergence of artificial intelligence or task automation. 

What benefits can it bring in the field of digital security? 

In addition to the improvements, we have seen for global connectivity, 5G is essential for the cybersecurity of SMEs. 

Here are its main advantages: 

1. Better resistance to cyber-attacks: the latest generation of mobile connections uses more advanced techniques and more secure protocols to protect data interception and manipulation by cybercriminals. Faster connection speeds help to reduce data exposure time, which reduces security threats. 

2. Increased device security: if 5G allows a greater number of devices to be connected simultaneously, this can mean that more people are at risk from potential attack by cybercriminals. However, this technology uses much more exhaustive network tracking and identity checks, making it possible to quickly identify when a device is connected to an untrusted network. 

3. Increased data protection: sending more data in the shortest possible time is a breakthrough that can help people share sensitive or confidential information more efficiently. However, this can lead to a certain amount of mistrust as to whether someone can leak it. The 5G system integrates security protocols such as end-to-end encryption, among others, to ensure the confidentiality of user data. 

Thanks to the arrival of 5G connections, we have an ally that helps to enhance security at an international level. Do you want to join the fastest connection of the moment? Bet on 5G and improve your SME's mobile communication!