Samsung SGH-X427ZSACIN - Manual (Page 210)

Glossary
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EMS (Enhanced Message Service)
An adaptation of the Short Message Service (SMS) that allows
you to send and receive ring tones and service provider’s logo,
as well as combinations of simple media to and from EMS-
compliant handsets. Because EMS is based on SMS, it can use
SMS centres the same way that SMS does. EMS works on all
Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) networks.
EMS senders can use text, melodies, pictures, sounds, and
animations to enhance the expressive power of messages that
are limited by the display constraints of mobile devices.
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)
International standard for cellular communication, guaranteeing
compatibility between the various network operators. GSM
covers most European countries and many other parts of the
world.
Java
Programming language generating applications that can run on
all hardware platforms, whether small, medium or large,
without modification. It has been promoted for and geared
heavily to the Web, both for public Web sites and Intranets.
When a Java program runs from a Web page, it is called a Java
applet. When it is run on a mobile phone or pager, it is called a
MIDlet.
Multi-party Calling
Ability to establish a conference call involving up to five
additional parties.
Phone Password
Security code used to unlock the phone when you have selected
the option to lock it automatically each time it switches on.
PIN (Personal Identification Number)
Security code that protects the phone/SIM against unauthorized
use. The PIN is supplied by the service provider with the SIM