What is GPRS? Easily explained

In this practical tip, we explain what the abbreviation "GPRS" means. In this case it is a form of position determination. You can find out exactly what this variant means here.

GPRS: What does the term mean?

The letters GPRS stand for "General Packet Radio Service". The form of position determination is a further development of GSM, i.e. the Global System for Mobile Communications.

• A GPRS connection is characterized by so-called data packets that are transmitted individually. These are only reassembled upon receipt. This makes it a fast technology for position determination.
• Anyone who uses GPRS is constantly connected to it (transmission connection). However, the data packets are only exchanged if the position is to be determined (radio channel connection).
• Thanks to this type of connection, there are only charges for the actual transmission, not for the permanent connection.

We will explain what UMTS means in another practical tip. You will also learn what a-GPS is.