User manual

Glossary
160
GPRS General Packet Radio Service. A standard for wireless
communications which runs at speeds up to 115 kbps, compared
with current GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications)
systems’ 9.6 kbps.
GPS Global Positioning System
I
IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identity. A unique number
identifying your terminal
IMSO International Maritime Satellite Organisation. An
intergovernmental body established to ensure that Inmarsat
continues to meet its public service obligations, including
obligations relating to the GMDSS.
IP Internet Protocol
ISDN Integrated Services Digital Network. A circuit-switched telephone
network system, designed to allow digital transmission of voice
and data over ordinary telephone copper wires, resulting in
higher quality and speed than are available with analog.
K
kbps kilobits per second
L
LAN Local Area Network
LED Light Emitting Diode
M
MAC Media Access Control.