The Role Of 5G In Advancing The Internet Of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a transformative paradigm that connects physical devices to the digital world. However, the rapid increase in connected devices and data-intensive applications demands a communication in- frastructure capable of delivering high speed, ultra-low latency, massive connectivity, and reliable performance. Fifth-generation (5G) wireless technology addresses these requirements and acts as a key enabler for next-generation IoT systems. This paper presents a comprehensive study on the role of 5G in advancing IoT, focusing on network architecture, enabling technologies, applications, quality of service, security challenges, deployment issues, and future research directions.