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Network slicing will play an important role in enhancing the flexibility of the current and future cellular networks. In network slicing, the physical cellular network is divided into multiple virtual networks typically called a slice with heterogeneous capabilities. Each slice is then used to serve the end user. Network slicing gives us the ability to manage and adopt to the heterogeneous requirements imposed by the end users. Moreover, it is envisioned that, for the end users, 5G networks will incorporate many novel applications for vertical industries, each with its own set of stringent requirements. Thus, network slicing will play a pivotal role in meeting these set of requirements for each user (network applications) by allocation of a desired network slice that was not possible in legacy cellular networks. This book will provide a comprehensive guide to the emerging field of network slicing and its importance to bring novel 5G …