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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 guaranties 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.
Multiparty Calling
Ability to establish a conference call involving up to five
additional parties.
PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Security code that protects the phone/SIM against
unauthorized use. The PIN is supplied by the service
provider with the SIM card. It may be a four to eight-
digit number and can be changed, as required.
Glossary
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Glossary
To help you understand the main technical terms and abbreviations
used in this booklet and take full advantage of the features of your
mobile phone, here are a few definitions.
Call Barring
Ability to restrict outgoing and incoming calls.
Call Diverting
Ability to reroute calls to another number.
Call Holding
Ability to put one call on standby while answering or
making another call; you can then switch between the
two calls, as required.
Call Waiting
Ability to inform users that they have an incoming call
when engaged on another call.
CLI (Caller Line Identification) Services
Services allowing subscribers to view or block the
telephone numbers of callers.
EMS (Enhanced Message Service)
Network service sending and receiving messages that
include images, sounds and animations to and from
another user without having to speak to the
correspondent.