The promise of things to come, MALAYSIAN BUSINESS

Malaysian Business

04-16-2000

THE introduction of a new protocol by local mobile phone operators will
help realize some of the potential of the much awaited third generation
(3G) era of wireless communications. When 3G systems commence operations
globally by next year, they not only promise better quality services at
increased speeds, but also improved accessibility at reasonable prices.

The 3G technology allows subscribers to access several services
simultaneously, permitting users to roam all over the world making connections
with a