These phone masts are deployed on existing buildings and structures (i.e., blocks of flats, commercial properties). The advantage is that rooftops provide height so that a ground-based mast is not required, and they are less visually intrusive.
Small cells (also known as micro cells or pico cells) are smaller antenna systems designed to work over a very short range, perhaps only a hundred metres. They complement the existing macro network by providing a signal to areas where macro cells might find it difficult to reach or where additional capacity is needed, such as high-usage urban areas to ease congestion (e.g., train stations, stadiums etc.).
5G connected CCTV cameras keep citizens safe and enable local authorities to monitor things like congestion.
These are ground-based poles deployed on the public highway (e.g., pavements). They are often disguised to match the existing street furniture. They are tall so that they can broadcast a signal over local buildings, such as houses.
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