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Glossary
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service)
New non-voice value-added service that allows
information to be sent and received across a mobile
telephone network. GPRS guarantees continuous
connection to the Internet for mobile phone and
computer users. It is based on the Global System
for Mobile Communication (GSM), circuit-switched
cellular phone connections and the Short Message
Service (SMS).
GSM (Global System for Mobile
Communication)
International standard for cellular communication,
guaranteeing compatibility between the various
network operators. GSM covers most European
countries and many other parts of the world.
Java
Programming language generating applications that
can run on all hardware platforms, whether small,
medium or large, without modification. It has been
promoted for and geared heavily to the Web, both
for public Web sites and Intranets. When a Java
programme runs from a Web page, it is called a
Java applet. When it is run on a mobile phone or
pager, it is called a MIDlet.
Line Identification Services (Caller ID)
Services allowing subscribers to view or block the
telephone numbers of callers.
Multiparty Calling
Ability to establish a conference call involving up to
five additional parties.
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