Research Snapshot: Wireless TechnologyResearch Snapshot: Wireless Technology

Wireless technologies will become increasingly essential, with corporate wireless spending exceeding 20%-30% of telecom budgets by 2001 and wireless voice usage surpassing that of wireline during 2003/04. The extension of enterprise applications to untethered users will take center stage as a new point of interaction into the enterprise, enabling immediate response to customers. This Research Snapshot covers the impact of third-generation wireless networks; consolidation among mobile service operators; new opportunities afforded by wireless LAN evolution; and development of a Wireless Application Protocol strategy.

This Research Snapshot covers the impact of third-generation wireless networks; consolidation among mobile service operators; new opportunities afforded by wireless LAN evolution; and development of a Wireless Application Protocol strategy.

Table of Contents
Moving toward Third-Generation Wireless Networks: Not So Fast
Mobile Service Operators: The Consolidation Begins!
Wireless LANs: A Dark Horse or a Shining Light?
Wireless Application Protocol: How Long Will It Take?

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