HP 920 manual MIDlet. A Java application that conforms to the MIDP standard

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GSM (Global System for Mobile communication). A digital mobile telephone system that is widely used in Europe and other parts of the world.

IMAP4 (Internet Messaging Access Protocol v4). A protocol that enables a computer to retrieve messages from a mail server.

Infrared port. A communication port that uses optical (infrared) signals rather than wires or cables to transmit data.

Internet. A worldwide network of computers offering services such as e- mail, the Worldwide Web, FTP, Usenet news, and others.

Intranet. A network that offers services similar to the Internet, but usually accessible only to users within a single company or organization.

IP (Internet Protocol). The standard by which packets of information are transmitted over the Internet.

IrDA (Infrared Data Association protocol). An established standard for infrared communications between computers and other peripherals and devices.

ISP (Internet service provider). A commercial business that provides Internet access to individuals or businesses, usually for a fee.

Java™. A high-level programming language used to create small applications that can be downloaded over the Web.

LAN (local area network). A group of computers, usually in close proximity (either in the same building or in buildings in close proximity), that are linked together to share files and exchange data.

MIDlet. A Java™ application that conforms to the MIDP standard.

MIDP (Mobile Information Device Profile). A set of Java programming interfaces that define how applications work with phones and other mobile devices.

Modem. A communication device that enables a computer to transmit data over telephone lines.

NIC (network interface card). A card installed in a computer so that it can be connected to a network. NICs can provide a dedicated, full-time connection to a network.

Partnership. An established relationship between your hp Jornada and your desktop PC for the purpose of synchronizing and transferring data.