Session Description
We cannot create a truly digital society unless everyone is connected. The digital divide still persists globally as well as in America. The Federal Communications Commission estimates that more than 21 million people in the United States are unconnected. Rapid advancements in 5G, satellite, fixed and mobile broadband connectivity present a cost-effective and long-term solution to bridge the digital divide. This session will delve into the potential of 5G in solving the connectivity problem, while exploring some use cases that are making a meaningful impact in rural America.