General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)

• GPRS is high-speed packet data technology

• Developed for GSM systems

• It will increase data transmission speeds from the current 9.6 Kbps to over 100 Kbps

• Cost-effective to remain constantly connected

• No need to dial up a separate ISP

• Type of data capabilities planned for “third generation” cellular networks, but years ahead of them -- according to GSM consortium

• Supports Internet Protocol (IP) and X.25 protocol