GPRS from A - Z

GPRS is a new packet-switched technology for upgrading today's GSM networks. IT provides a platform for mobile data applications, including fast Internet access and email transfer, as well as mobile leased line provisioning.

Part 1. Introduction to GSM. The GSM Network. GSM Air-Interface. Transmission over the Air-Interface. Layer 1 Functions on the GSM Air Interface. Part 2. Introducing GPRS to the GSM World. The Business Perspective. Obstacles of Packet-Switched Mobile Networks. Network Architecture. The 52-Multiframe. Description of PDCH's. Timing Advance Control in GPRS. Part 3. Network Access and Packet Transmission in GPRS. Network Access Mechanisms. Identification of an Ongoing Packet Transaction. MAC Resource Allocation Methods (Uplink/Downlink). PACCH Operation (Uplink/Downlink). Resource Release (Uplink/Downlink). Acknowledged - Unacknowledged Operation. Qualilty of Service. Part 4. More Details on GPRS. The Coding Schemes CS-1 to CS-4. Mobility and Session Management in GPRS. The GPRS Protocol Stack. RLC/MAC (Radio Link Control/Medium Access Control). LLC (Logical Link Control). SNDCP (SubNetwork Dependent Convergence Protocol). Frame/Relay/Network Service and BSSGP (Base Station Subsystem GPRS Protocol). GTP (GPRS Tunneling Protocol). Part 5. Scenarios in GPRS. GPRS Attach on CCH/PCCH (One-Phase Access). Intr-SGSN Routing Area Update. PDP-Context Activation and Packet Data Transfer (Two-Phase Access). Anonymous Access. Inter-SGSN Cell/Routing Area Update in Active. Part 6. Alternative High Speed Data Options. HSCSD. EDGE.