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SMS

ALSO CALLED: Short Message Service and Messaging Services
DEFINITION: SMS (Short Message Service), commonly referred to as "text messaging," is a service for sending short messages of up to 160 characters (224 characters if using a 5-bit mode) to mobile devices, including cellular phones, smartphones and PDAs.

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The case for (or against) text messaging
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PODCAST:   Posted: 28 Apr 2008 | Premiered: 28 Apr 2008
SUMMARY: This podcast will examine the pros and cons of instant messaging, including costs, policies and available services.

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Locking Down Mobile Data Webcast
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WEBCAST:   Posted: 28 Apr 2008 | When: Available On Demand
SUMMARY: If your mobile computing strategy is weak, or worse, non-existent, check out this webcast which will outline acceptable use policies and security policies suitable for midmarket organizations.

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SMS DEFINITION (continued): …  paging. However, SMS messages do not require the mobile phone to be active and within range and will be held for a number of days until the phone is active and within range. SMS messages are transmitted within the same cell or to anyone with roaming service capability. They can also be sent to digital phones in a number of other ways, including:



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