A Survey and Quantitative Analysis of Network Architectures for Future 6G Services in Rural and Underserved Areas
A comprehensive survey and quantitative analysis of network architectures for enabling future sixth-generation (6G) services in rural and underserved regions and identifies emerging technologies, including direct-to-device non-terrestrial access, programmable radio environments, and intelligent RAN control that are expected to play a central role in extending sustainable rural 6G connectivity.