Summary

  • The Web is going wireless. By 2003, more people will access the Internet via mobile phones than through computers.

  • Most existing mobile phone systems are second-generation, or 2G. Third-generation terminals will support high-speed data services.

  • Mobile phones emit microwave radiation, which is dangerous, but they keep within strict guidelines, minimizing the risk to people.

  • Hands-free headsets probably help to protect users from radiation.

Get Essential Guide to Wireless Communications Applications, The now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.