Glossary
Alt (alternative) : A keyboard key. Enter a letter on the
keyboard, and then press Alt to access variations such as international characters and symbols.
Applications : The screen on your Treo from which you can open all applications.
Beam: The process of sending or receiving an entry or application using the infrared port on your Treo.
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EDGE (Enhanced Data for GSM Environments): An enhanced version of GPRS that delivers data speeds that are up to three times faster than standard GPRS connections.
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service): A mobile Internet connectivity technology that allows persistent data connections. You pay for the amount of information you transfer, not the connection time.
HotSync®: The PalmSource technology that synchronizes your Treo and your computer with the simple press of a button.
HotSync Manager: The computer application that manages the synchronization with your Treo.
Infrared (IR): A way of transmitting information using light waves. The IR port on your Treo lets you transfer information between other IR devices within a short radius.
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MMS (Multimedia Messaging System): An enhanced form of messaging that lets you send photos, animations, and ringtones almost instantly.
Option key : The keyboard button that lets you access the alternative feature that appears above the letter on each key.
Palm® Desktop software: A PIM application for computers that helps you manage your personal information and keep your personal information synchronized with your Treo.