Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2025
DOI
10.3390/computers14010015
Publication Title
Computers
Volume
14
Issue
1
Pages
15 (1-57)
Abstract
As the telecommunications landscape braces for the post-5G era, this paper embarks on delineating the foundational pillars and pioneering visions that define the trajectory toward 6G wireless communication systems. Recognizing the insatiable demand for higher data rates, enhanced connectivity, and broader network coverage, we unravel the evolution from the existing 5G infrastructure to the nascent 6G framework, setting the stage for transformative advancements anticipated in the 2030s. Our discourse navigates through the intricate architecture of 6G, highlighting the paradigm shifts toward superconvergence, non-IP-based networking protocols, and information-centric networks, all underpinned by a robust 360-degree cybersecurity and privacy-by-engineering design. Delving into the core of 6G, we articulate a systematic exploration of the key technologies earmarked to revolutionize wireless communication including terahertz (THz) waves, optical wireless technology, and dynamic spectrum management while elucidating the intricate trade-offs necessitated by the integration of such innovations. This paper not only lays out a comprehensive 6G vision accentuated by high security, affordability, and intelligence but also charts the course for addressing the pivotal challenges of spectrum efficiency, energy consumption, and the seamless integration of emerging technologies. In this study, our goal is to enrich the existing discussions and research efforts by providing comprehensive insights into the development of 6G technology, ultimately supporting the creation of a thoroughly connected future world that meets evolving demands.
Rights
© 2025 by the authors.
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License.
Original Publication Citation
Siddiky, M. N., Rahman, M. E., Uzzal, M. S., & Kabir, H. M. D. (2025). A comprehensive exploration of 6G wireless communication technologies. Computers, 14(1), 1-57, Article 15. https://doi.org/10.3390/computers14010015
Repository Citation
Siddiky, Md Nurul Absar; Rahman, Muhammad Enayetur; Uzzal, Md. Shahriar; and Kabir, H. M. Dipu, "A Comprehensive Exploration of 6G Wireless Communication Technologies" (2025). Electrical & Computer Engineering Faculty Publications. 508.
https://digitalcommons.odu.edu/ece_fac_pubs/508
ORCID
0009-0004-0421-5540 (Rahman)
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Cybersecurity Commons, Electrical and Computer Engineering Commons, OS and Networks Commons
