Pantech C120 Glossary, GPRS General Packet Radio Service, MMSMultimedia Message Service, Roaming

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 a continuous connection to the Internet for mobile phone and computer users.

It is based on the Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) circuit-switched mobile phone connections and Short Message Service (SMS).

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)

International standard for mobile phone communication, guaranteeing compatibility between the various network operators. GSM covers most European countries and many other parts of the world.

MMS(Multimedia Message Service)

Network service sending and receiving messages to and from another subscriber without having to speak to the correspondent. The Message supports presentation of various media types, such as full color images and polyphonic ringtones.

Multiparty Calling

Ability to establish a conference call involving up to five additional parties.

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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.

PUK (PIN Unblocking Key)

Security code used to unlock the phone when an incorrect PIN has been entered three times in succession. The eight- digit number is supplied by the service provider with the SIM card.

Roaming

Use of your phone when you are outside your home area (when travelling for example).

SIM (Subscriber Identification Module)

Card containing a chip with all the information required to operate the phone (network and memory information, as well as the subscriber’s personal data).

The SIM card fits into a small slot on the back of the phone and is protected by the battery.

SMS (Short Message Service)

Network service sending and receiving messages to and

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