Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN) is a basic noise model used in information theory and telecommunications. It represents a type of background noise that affects signals in communication systems, characterized by its constant power spectral density and Gaussian distribution. This model is essential for analyzing the performance of various coding and modulation techniques, particularly in determining their achievability and converse proofs regarding data transmission limits.
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