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Fayetteville Works to Foster Next-Gen Wireless Network

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Crown Castle International; Scientists for Wired Technology; City of Lincoln, Neb.
Small cell facility designs showing how streetlights and utility poles can be modified with equipment, often accompanied by a container on the ground that can be disguised as a mailbox, to deliver 5G.

Earlier this year, AT&T announced they would begin phasing in 5G wireless networks in Arkansas, including in Fort Smith and Fayetteville. To implement such a network, wireless companies will need to install new technology throughout areas to be served. We learn more about the implementation of small-cell technology and about how Fayetteville city leaders are working to help wireless providers build next-generation networks.