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15 Glossary
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2G -
Second Generation wireless communication system.
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3G -
Third Generation wireless communication system. 3G is the next generation wireless communication
system that offers real-time video streaming services and high-rate packet-data service. 3G is also known
as UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System).
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Access point -
Access point gives users access to enhanced services.
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MMS (Multimedia Message Service) -
A message service for the handset environment, that allows videos,
pictures, audio files and text to be sent between phones and to E-mail addresses.
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Roaming
- Use of your phone when you are outside your home area, when traveling for example.
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USIM -
Universal Subscriber Identity Module. Your USIM is provided by network operator. It carries the
authentication and service data for the network operator as well as user-specific data such as Contacts and
SMS.
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Voice mail -
An answering service that automatically answers your calls when you are not available. Others
can leave voice messages for you with this service.
