What is gps, What is enhanced local search, How do i use the enhanced local search feature – Sierra Wireless Overdrive User Manual
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What is GPS?
GPS stands for Global Positioning System, which is a system that uses a series of 24 geosynchronous
satellites to provide location data.
GPS satellites transmit signals to equipment on the ground. GPS receivers passively receive satellite
signals, but do not transmit.
What is Enhanced Local Search?
Enhanced Local Search is a quick, easy method to run, via the browser interface, local search queries
to find locations and directions to locations and businesses.
The enhanced Local Search feature uses LBS and allows you to search for Sprint stores, restaurants,
banks, hotels, and so on. For more information, see “Performing a Location Search” on page 57.
How Do I Use the Enhanced Local Search Feature?
See “Performing a Location Search” on page 57.
Where Can I Use GPS?
GPS works wherever you have line-of-sight access to the GPS satellites.
How Do I Enable or Disable GPS?
By default, Sprint Location Services are disabled. To enable Sprint Location Services, see “Enabling
GPS” on page 56.
Location-Based Services Limitations
Weather conditions may affect your ability to get a clear view of the satellites and thus to acquire a
GPS fix.
How Do I Access My Corporate Network Through a VPN?
Using Sprint Data Link
Sprint Data Link
SM
is a network feature that allows you to directly connect to your corporate VPN.
With Data Link, you and your mobile workforce can maintain a secure, seamless VPN connection
between your enterprise network and the advanced Sprint Mobile Broadband Network.
To learn more about Data Link, to arrange a connectivity solution that works for you, or to configure
Data Link, please contact Sprint.
If You’re Not Using Sprint Data Link
Once you complete a wireless connection, you may need to launch an extranet client provided by
your company and supply the appropriate user name and password to gain access. For support,
contact your company help desk.
Are Terminal Sessions Supported?
Terminal sessions (for example, via telnet or ssh) are not supported.