Mobile Communication Technologies and Functionality 1.3

These flashcards cover key concepts and vocabulary related to mobile communication technologies and functionalities as discussed in the lecture.

Cellular Networks

Networks that use antennas to separate land into cells for voice and data communication.

3G Technology

Third-generation technology introduced in 1998 that allowed larger data transmissions and capabilities like GPS.

4G Technology

Fourth-generation technology, also known as LTE, that improved data transmission speeds up to 150 megabits per second.

LTE Advanced (LTEA)

An upgraded standard of LTE that allows throughputs of up to 300 megabits per second.

5G Technology

Fifth-generation networking introduced in 2020, supporting bandwidths up to 10 gigabits per second.

Internet of Things (IoT)

A network of devices that communicate with each other over the internet, significantly enhanced by 5G.

802.11 Wireless

A family of high-speed wireless communication standards commonly used for local area networking.

Hotspot Functionality

The capability to use a mobile phone as an internet router for other devices.

Subscriber Identity Module (SIM)

A physical card that stores information to identify a mobile device on a cellular network.

eSIM

An embedded SIM that cannot be physically removed but can be managed via software on the phone.

Bluetooth Pairing Process

A method to connect Bluetooth devices securely, often using a personal identification number (PIN).

GPS (Global Positioning System)

A system using satellite signals to provide location information based on latitude, longitude, and altitude.