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Definition

Frequency reuse is

[t]he ability to use the same frequencies repeatedly across a cellular system. As each cell uses radio frequencies only within its boundaries, the same frequencies can be reused in other cells not far away with a limited possibility of interference. The reuse of frequencies is the key concept that enables a cellular system to handle a large amount of calls with a limited number of channels.[1]

References

  1. ITU Glossary of Mobile Cellular Terms 2 (1999) (full-text).
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