Gigahertz (GHz) frequencies span various orders of magnitude, impacting numerous industries and applications. Here’s a mobile-friendly guide to GHz in orders of magnitude and typical uses.
| Order of Magnitude | Frequency Range | Common Uses | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilohertz (kHz) | 1,000 Hz – 1 MHz | AM Radio | Used in amplitude modulation (AM) broadcasting for long-range radio. |
| Megahertz (MHz) | 1 MHz – 1 GHz | FM Radio, TV, Wireless Audio | FM radio, VHF TV channels, and older communication tech. |
| Gigahertz (GHz) | 1 GHz – 300 GHz | Wi-Fi, Cellular, CPU Clock Speeds, Radar | Standard for Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz), 5G, radar, and CPU speeds. |
| Terahertz (THz) | 300 GHz – 3 THz | Advanced Imaging, Astronomy | Used in high-frequency imaging like spectroscopy and telescopes. |
| Petahertz (PHz) | 1 PHz+ | Quantum Computing, Laser Physics | Relevant to cutting-edge research in lasers and quantum systems. |
Key Uses by Frequency Range
- 1–100 MHzFM and AM radio, analog TV channels.
- 1–10 GHzWi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), 5G networks, radar systems.
- 10–300 GHzSpecialized radar, high-frequency communication (mmWave).
- 300 GHz+Terahertz technology for detailed imaging and astronomical research.
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Key terms in plain language
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Fiber Internet
Internet delivered through strands of glass using light. Fiber commonly supports high capacity, low latency, and strong upload performance, but availability must be confirmed for the exact address.
Broadband
A general term for always-on, high-speed Internet access. Broadband can be delivered over fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless, cellular, or satellite networks.
Bandwidth
The amount of data a connection can carry in a given time, usually measured in Mbps or Gbps. More bandwidth supports more users, devices, and simultaneous applications.
Latency
The time it takes data to travel between two points. Lower latency improves voice, video meetings, cloud applications, gaming, and other real-time services.
Dedicated Internet Access (DIA)
A business-grade Internet connection with capacity dedicated to the customer rather than shared in the same way as typical consumer broadband. It often includes symmetrical speeds and an SLA.
SD-WAN
Software-defined wide area networking. It manages multiple connections and chooses paths based on application needs, performance, and policy to improve resilience and control.