Welcome to Carlo on the Go! In this blog you will find helpful cyber defense information for mobile devices like smart phones, notebook computers, and bluetooth headsets. As with any technology, the more you know about it, the safer you can be and the more fun you can have!
Carlo
Cyber Defender &
CyberPort Technician
Carlo is always on the go, whether it's to watch a match with his favorite team, the Antezelles, to play a spontaneous pick-up game of soccer, or to join in the latest LAN party in Cyberspace. His mobility knowhow and endless energy keep him ready and able for the unique cyber defense challenges that mobility brings.
A recent graduate (class of '09), Carlo has completed his post-graduation field training in the field of cyber forensics, and returns to the Academy to take up the post of CyberPort Technician.
To be prepared is half the victory
- Miguel Cervantes
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Interests:Sports, dogs, smart phones
January 11, 2010
Shop Talk: What is SMS?
Hey guys! Let's get right to the nuts and bolts of the question. Short message service (SMS) is the standard protocol that 74 percent of phones use to send text messages. Believe it or not, SMS has been in use since 1985! That's practically ancient history in terms of technology. This isn't to say the SMS we use today is the same as it was in 1985, of course. Since then, the service has been used in both landlines and satellite networks.
But SMS isn't just used for texting. Today, many mobile phone providers offer email service over SMS. They also use SMS to send users alerts that they have a voice mail or that they are about to go over their monthly minutes. Oh, and don't forget mobile instant messaging!
Can you imagine a world without SMS? I can. It'd be terrifying. Imagine, actually having to call someone to say "C U l8r @ teh party" or "OMG ur my bff!" Thankfully, we'll never have to deal with that problem!