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Handoff — In cellular telecommunications, the term handoff refers to the process of transferring an ongoing call or data session from one channel connected to the core network to another. In satellite communications it is the process of transferring… … Wikipedia
Vertical handoff — refers to a network node changing the type of connectivity it uses to access a supporting infrastructure, usually to support node mobility. For example, a suitably equipped laptop might be able to use both a high speed wireless LAN and a cellular … Wikipedia
Ultra Mobile Broadband — UMB (Ultra Mobile Broadband) is the brand name for the project within 3GPP2 to improve the CDMA2000 mobile phone standard for next generation applications and requirements. The system is based upon Internet (TCP/IP) networking technologies… … Wikipedia
IEEE 802.11r-2008 — or fast BSS transition (FT) is an amendment to the IEEE 802.11 standard to permit continuous connectivity aboard wireless devices in motion, with fast and secure handoffs from one base station to another managed in a seamless manner.Rationale for … Wikipedia
Michael D. Cohen — For other people named Michael Cohen, see Michael Cohen (disambiguation). Michael D. Cohen Born March 22, 1945(1945 03 22) Sheridan, Wyoming Fields … Wikipedia
Mobile Telephone Switching Office — The Mobile Telephone Switching Office (MTSO) is the mobile equivalent to a PSTN Central Office. The MTSO contains the switching equipment or Mobile Switching Center (MSC) for routing mobile phone calls. It also contains the equipment for… … Wikipedia
Digital AMPS — IS 54 and IS 136 are second generation (2G) mobile phone systems, known as Digital AMPS (D AMPS). It was once prevalent throughout the Americas, particularly in the United States and Canada. D AMPS is considered end of life, and existing networks … Wikipedia
Trick play — A trick play, also known as a gadget play or gimmick play, is a play in American football that uses deception and unorthodox strategies to fool the opposing team. A trick play is often risky, offering the potential for a large gain or a touchdown … Wikipedia
A12 Authentication — a.k.a. Access Authentication (for 1xEV DO)A CHAP based mechanism used by a CDMA2000 Access Network (AN) to authenticate a 1xEV DO Access Terminal (AT). A12 authentication occurs when an AT first attempts to access the AN and is repeated after… … Wikipedia
flea-flicker — noun Date: 1927 any of various offensive plays in football involving a combination of handoffs and forward or lateral passes … New Collegiate Dictionary
