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Glossary
1xRTT (Single carrier [1x] radio transmission technology): A wireless
technology that can provide fast data transfer and Internet access with average
speedsof 60–80Kbps and bursts up to 144Kbps. Also called NationalAccess.
ActiveSync®: The technology that exchanges and updates the information
onyour smartphone with the information on your computer.
Alt (alternative) : A keyboard key. Enter a letter on the keyboard, and then
pressAlt to access variations such as international characters and symbols.
Auto-off interval: The time of inactivity that passes before the screen on your
smartphone turns off. The wireless features on your smartphone are unaffected by
thissetting.
Beam: The process of sending or receiving an entry or application using the infrared
port on your smartphone.
BroadbandAccess: A wireless broadband technology that is designed for very
high-speed data transfer with average download speeds of 400-600Kbps, capable of
reaching speeds up to1.8Mbps, and upload speeds up to 156Kbps. Also called EVDO.
Desktop software: A PIM application for computers, such as Microsoft Outlook,
thathelps you manage your personal information and keep your personal information
synchronized with your smartphone.