Glossary
- 2G
Second Generation. In mobile telephony, 2G protocols use digital encoding and support limited data communication capabilities. Digital technologies such as GSM, TDMA, and CDMA are examples of 2G technology.
- 2.5G
Second and a half Generation. Extension of 2G wireless systems to increase data bandwidth and provide additional features such as packet-switched connection (for example, GPRS).
- 2-wire folded dipole
A folded dipole antenna consisting of two straight conductors connected in parallel.
- 3G
Third Generation. The next generation of wireless digital communication technology offering a substantially higher data rate than 2.5G.
- 3-wire folded dipole
A folded dipole antenna consisting of three straight conductors connected in parallel.
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