g topics: Understanding network slicing Network slicing architecture and design Use cases of network slicing Let's get started! Understanding network slicing Network slicing is the ability to dynamically create a logical end-to-end 5G network. In network slicing, specific User Equipment (UE) can use multiple slices over the same access network or radio interface. A network slice can be formally defined as "a set of network functions and corresponding resources necessary to provide the required telecommunication services and network capabilities" (see www 3GPP org). Network slicing allows mobile operators to develop new commercial models to help dominate the enterprise market. With network slicing, the operators can expose 5G capabilities to enterprise customers to meet their needs for latency, throughput, security, and compliance. This allows a greater degree of self-service capabilities for these customers. Next, let us understand the basic concept of network slicing. 5G Network Slicing Network slicing simplified Network slicing in 5G allows you to create several virtual networks over a shared public network. It adds flexibility and efficiency to the utilization of the network resources. The logical networks created on top of a single physical infrastructure give each slice its own characteristics. These slices help to meet the specific needs of application users. One network slice could cater to a virtual reality application with a need for high bandwidth and low latency. Another network slice can support a remote-control system that needs low bandwidth but high reliability. Overall, network slicing gives flexibility to service providers to enable a large variety of 5G applications and diversity of use cases, without the need to over-invest in a network infrastructure. Figure 13.1 shows how network slicing allows us to serve different types of needs, such as the following: Mobile and wireless devices, including tablets and smartphones Internet of Things (IoT) devices with sensors and imaging data Connected auto