| 3G - |
3G stands for Third Generation. GSM networks
is 2G, 3G promises connection speeds silimlar to a computer
on broadband internet. £G will give video conferencing
and much more. |
| 4G - |
4G stands for Forth Generation. Not due
to be released until 2010, it will turn a mobile into
a PC with connection speed faster than the current broadband. |
| GSM - |
GSM stands for Global System for Mobile
Communications. GSM is currently the standard mobile network
in Europe and Asia. |
| HLR - |
Stands for Home Location Register. The location
register databases to which subscriber identity is assigned
for record and billing purposes. |
| IP - |
Stands for Internet Protocol. A set of rules
which governs the Internet. Also stands for a number that
indentifies a computer on the internet. |
| MMS - |
Stands for Multimedia Message Service. More
advanced than SMS, you can send text, sound and images. |
| Ringtone - |
A ringtone is the sound from a mobile when
it is taking an incoming call. It can be just a tune or
a actual song. |
| SMS - |
Stands for Short Message Service. People
can send messages to a device instantly. |
| SMSC - |
Stands for Short Message Service Center.
This center is where every text message which is sent
goes through. |
| Tariff - |
Tariff is a calling plan offered to the
mobile user for a certain amount a month or each call
/ text on pay as you go. |
| WAP - |
Stands for Wireless Application protocol.
The standard for connecting mobile devices to the Internet. |
