ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

4G

Hey kiddo! Do you know what 4G is? It's something that helps you use the internet on your phone, tablet or computer faster and better than before. Let me explain it to you in simpler terms so that you can understand it better.

So, imagine you want to send a message to your friend who lives far away. You can send that message through a pipe that connects your house to your friend's house. But when you want to send a lot of messages or pictures, the pipe becomes slow, and it takes a lot of time for your friend to get them.

Now, 4G is like a bigger pipe that can carry more data at a faster speed. That means you can send a lot of messages, pictures, and even watch videos without any interruption. 4G works through a network of towers that are spread out all over the place. These towers talk to your phone or computer and help you get the information you need very quickly.

One more thing you should know is that 4G is an upgrade from 3G, which was the older technology. It has become popular because it's faster, more reliable, and can handle more data. So, if you ever want to use the internet on your phone or tablet, make sure you have access to a 4G network.
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