Nokia E90 Communicator User Manual

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PIN2

The PIN2 code is supplied with some SIM cards. The PIN2 code is required to access certain

functions supported by the SIM card. The length of the PIN2 code is 4 to 8 digits.

POP3

Post office protocol, version 3. A common mail protocol that can be used for accessing your

remote mailbox.

SIP

Session initiation protocol. SIP is used for creating, modifying, and terminating certain types

of communication sessions with one or more participants.

SSID

Service set identifier. SSID is the name that identifies the specific wireless LAN.

Streaming

Streaming audio and video files means playing them directly from the web without

downloading them first to your device.

UMTS

Universal mobile telecommunications system. UMTS is a 3G mobile communication system.

Besides voice and data, UMTS enables audio and video delivery to wireless devices.
When you use your device in GSM and UMTS networks, multiple data connections can be active

at the same time, and access points can share a data connection. In the UMTS network, data

connections remain active during voice calls. You can, for example, browse the web faster

than previously possible while simultaneously speaking on the phone.

UPIN

PIN code used in UMTS network.

USIM

SIM card used in UMTS network.

USSD command

A service request, such as request to activate an application or configure various settings

remotely, that you can send to your operator or service provider with your device.

VoIP

Voice over internet protocol technology. VoIP is a set of protocols that facilitate phone calls

over an IP network, such as the internet.

VPN

Virtual private network. VPN creates a secure connection to compatible corporate intranet

and services, such as e-mail.

WAP

Wireless application protocol. WAP is an international standard for wireless communication.

WEP

Wired equivalent privacy. WEP is an encryption method that encrypts data before it is

transmitted in WLAN.

WLAN

Wireless local area network. A wireless LAN connection is established when you create a data

connection using a wireless LAN internet access point. The active wireless LAN connection is

ended when you end the data connection.
If you move the device to another location within the wireless LAN and out of range of a

wireless LAN access point, the roaming functionality can automatically connect your device

to another access point that belongs to the same network. As long as you remain within range

of access points that belong to the same network, your device can stay connected to the

network.

WPA

Wi-Fi Protected Access. Security method for WLAN.

WPA2

Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. Security method for WLAN.

G l o s s a r y

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