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5G Reaches 90% of the Population.. And Edge Computing Takes Off: What Does it Mean for You? | toly.today

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The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission has announced a major achievement: 5G networks now cover 90% of the kingdom’s population. And it didn’t stop there, as it officially launched Edge Computing services. The news is not just about numbers, it’s a qualitative leap in the way we live and interact with technology.

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What Does “90% Coverage” Mean in Simple Terms?

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It means that whether you’re in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, or a small town or remote village, the 5G signal is strong and reaches you. Let’s say: fast internet has become “essential” like water and electricity in most areas of the kingdom.

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Edge Computing: What is it and Why is it Important?

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Imagine if your phone or smart car didn’t need to send its data to a “cloud” in a distant city to process it. Edge Computing means that the “brain” that processes the data is now closer to you (at the communication tower or a local data center).

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  • Result: Instant response speed (Low Latency).
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  • Practical Example: A self-driving car avoids an accident in fractions of a second, or a doctor performs a remote surgical operation with a robot without any delay.
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  • For Devices: Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR) glasses work smoothly without heating up or freezing because processing is now “on the edge” and not in a distant cloud.
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What Do You Benefit from as a Citizen/Resident? (Practical Summary)

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  • Fast and Stable Home Internet: A strong alternative to cables, you can install a 5G router and it works immediately.
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  • Cloud Gaming: You can play the latest games on your phone or old TV without buying an expensive “PlayStation” or “Xbox”.
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  • Instant Government Services: “Absher”, “Tawakkalna”, and “Nafath” applications open and respond in seconds even during peak hours.
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  • Real Remote Healthcare: Patients are monitored with smart cameras and devices that send instant alerts to the doctor in case of an emergency.
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  • Smart Cities: Traffic lights understand congestion and adjust their timing automatically, and cameras monitor cleanliness and security, sending instant reports to the municipality.
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    «The goal is not just faster internet, the goal is for technology to serve humans in their place and time without complication»

    \n— Summary of the Digital Infrastructure Strategy\n
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    Link to Saudi Vision 2030

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    This achievement did not come out of nowhere. It is a basic pillar in Vision 2030 under the following axes:

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  • Thriving Digital Economy: Attracting major tech companies to open their headquarters in Riyadh because they found a “ready-made infrastructure”.
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  • Vibrant Society: Better quality of life with health, education, and entertainment services that rely on technology.
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  • Ambitious Nation: Exporting technological solutions to the world and turning the kingdom into a “logistical and technological hub” that connects the three continents.
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    When Will You See the Impact on Your Life?

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    الآن. التغطية موجودة، والخدمات انطلقت. الشركات المزودة (STC، موبايلي، زين، سلام) بدأت تطرح باقات وخدمات حوسبة طرفية للمطورين وللشركات، وخلال الأشهر الجاية راح تشوف تطبيقات جديدة في متاجر التطبيقات تستغل هالسرعة وتكتب “يدعم Edge Computing” أو “محسّن للـ 5G”.

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    نصيحة عملية لك اليوم

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  • تأكد إن جوالك يدعم 5G (أغلب جوالات 2021 فأعلى تدعمه).
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  • حدّث شريحتك لباقة 5G (غالباً بدون تكلفة إضافية أو بفارق بسيط).
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  • جرب تشغل فيديو 4K أو لعبة سحابية (مثل Xbox Cloud أو GeForce Now) وقارن الفرق.
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  • لو صاحب عمل: اسأل مزود خدمة الإنترنت عن “حلول الحوسبة الطرفية” لمصنعك أو متجرك، ممكن توفر عليك سيرفرات غالية وصيانة.
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    المملكة تمشي بخطى ثابتة نحو اقتصاد رقمي حقيقي. الـ 5G والحوسبة الطرفية مو “رفاهية”، هما الأساس اللي ستبنى عليه خدمات العشر سنين الجاية. خلنا نستفيد منها من اليوم.

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