Cellular network terms...
Whats is GPRS ? GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a cellular networking service that supports WAP, SMS text messaging, and other data communications. GPRS technology is integrated into so-called 2.5G mobile phones designed to provide faster data transfer speeds than older 2G cellular networks. GPRS is a slower alternative to EDGE 2.5G cellular networking. GPRS supports theoretical data rates up to 171 Kbps compared to the 473 Kbps speed of EDGE. What is EV-DO ? EV-DO is a high-speed network protocol used for wireless data communications, primarily Internet access. EV-DO is considered a broadband technology like DSL or cable modem Internet services Following are Downlink and Uplink Speeds: EVDO R 0 - 2.4 Mbps Down and 0.15 Mbps Up EVDO R A - 3.1 Mbps Down and 0.8 Mbps Up EVDO R B/C - 14.7 Mbps Down and 3.6 Mbps Up -Jak