You can change your phone's GPRS settings.
GPRS stands for General Packet Radio Service and is a wireless communication service that transmits data at speeds between 56 and 114 Kbps. The protocol is used on many cell phones to offer users Internet access and the ability to send and receive multimedia and text messages. Many tricks and tips for GPRS exist, including the ability to change your phone's GPRS settings and connect a GPRS modem to your computer.
Secure Your GPRS Authentication
When your phone makes a GPRS connection, it sends the server a password that authorizes the connection. Windows Mobile phones have the ability to send clear text passwords, or negotiate secure, encrypted authentication between the server and the phone. The secure connection method is called Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol. Although your phone can change authentication methods, call your mobile provider to make sure that both methods are available on your network.
Configure GPRS Settings for Internet Access
Depending on your cell phone network, you may be required to configure GPRS settings on your device to access the Internet. For example, the GPS address on many T-Mobile devices is "internet2.voicestream.com." Once you enter this GPRS address, you will be able to browse the Internet on your device. However, newer phones do not require individual users to enter GPRS settings. Contact your mobile phone provider to confirm that you do need to enter this information.
Configure a GPRS Modem for Messaging
You can use stand-alone GPRS modems to get, send and receive mobile text and multimedia messages from your computer. When configured on your computer, your messages will transmit at the same speed as with a mobile device. However, GPRS modems can send messages that contain more than 140 bytes. Currently, mobile phones break up messages that are longer than 140 bytes. If you send the message through a GPRS modem, the message will not break up.
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