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

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