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What is the Full Form of GPRS in Computer?

What is the full form of GPRS in computer language?

Full Form of GPRS in Computer - Full Form, Meaning, and Definition

The full form of GPRS in computer is General Packet Radio System which is a third-generation global internet protocol for cellular and wireless network communication services. 

It works on GPRS cell phones also laptops and portable devices that include GPRS modems. It has two protocols

  • Internet protocol (IP)
  • Point-To-Point Protocol (PPP)

Who developed GPRS?

GPRS come to be developed in 2000 as a packet-switched data service. It widespread the internet through connecting various mobile terminals worldwide.

What is the purpose of GPRS?

  • To simplify the connectivity between the mobile and other networks.
  • Enables users to get connected when needed despite the location.
  • To keep a balanced and compatible voice and data interchanges while moving.
  • To allow customers to get data applicable to their current area.

What are the benefits of GPRS?

  • Higher speed connectivity than telecommunication network. It offers a maximum speed of 171.2 kbps.
  • The immediate connection and data transfer.
  • It is a good value.
  • Packet-switched operation.
  • It provides innovative internet applications like IM messages, E-Commerce, Web-Browsing etc.

What are the services provided by GPRS?

  • Internet access for ‘always on’.
  • Multimedia message service.
  • Instant messaging system and broadcasting.
  • Push-to-talk over cellular (PoC).

Also Read: What is the meaning of OMR in Computer?

What is the difference between GPS and GPRS?

  • GPS (Global Positioning System) shares location information while GPRS is a data communication service.
  • GPS navigation system is based on satellite whereas GPRS is based on GSM communication and uses terrestrial towers.
  • GPS is used for mapping, GIS, finding the location, and exploration whereas GPRS is used for web browsing, video calling, emailing, etc.
  • More than 3 stations is required for GPS whereas in GPRS one station is needed.
  • GPS can work along with technologies like LTE, GSM etc while GPRS is only a part of the GSM network.