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This short Reliance 3G Tab gives a brief idea about the new launch from Reliance. Reliance Android Tablet review is available in just Rs 12,999 making it one of the most cost effective Tab available in market.

In this money valued gadget, the company has provided all the latest world class features along with a classic look. The tab comes with 7 inch touch screen in a black body giving it a look of Samsung Galaxy tab.

Reliance has also offered special tariffs for both pre-paid and post-paid connections for the Tab buyers giving high discounts in web usage and call rates.

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Usb io adapter – GPIO-24 is a product of Diolan company, which is implemented for digital input and digital output purposes. Each of 24 pins can be set as input or output. It means you can transfer data via I/O interface to both sides.

For digital input mode the synchronous and asynchronous interfaces are available. Synchronous Interface means that all phase, debounce and repeat parameters of GPIO_SET_IN_CFG command should be set to 0. GPIO_SET_IN_CFG command is responsible for digital input mode configuration settings of GPIO-24 adapter. The asynchronous interface allows you to send events against input values changing. For using the asynchronous interface you need to set nonzero phase, debounce and repeat parameters of GPIO_SET_IN_CFG command. You can set pin to digital output mode by using GPIO_SET_CFG command.

There are many implementations for GPIO-24 adapter. You can use it as pulse generator, comparator, frequency counter, pulse counter, analog to digital converter, digital to analog converter . All data is processed digitally and passed to computer by the instrumentality of usb port. GPIO-24 adapter can be a good solution to satisfy your business needs. Also you can take advantage of the free technical support opportunity which can help you to adapt device for your engineering purposes and if needed Diolan engineers can make feature improvements for you

Hiring an outside independent contractor to manage some aspect of a company’s computer and data systems is called IT “outsourcing.” Boston companies do this in order to help externalize the cost of doing business while internalizing and maximizing profits for shareholders and investors. While outsourcing functions of government such as the maintenance of infrastructure, safety and regulation enforcement and even the military has proven to be an unmitigated disaster for the public, large private companies and their clients and cusomers can actually experience substantial benefits by outsourcing and information technology benefits.

Because of governmental misuse of outsourcing over the past seven years, the term has understandably taken on some strongly negative connotations with the general public, leading to some misconceptions about outsourcing and information technology benefits. The fact is that outsourcing information technology can be an excellent way to streamline your company’s operations and cut business costs. In many cases, when it comes to the technological infrastructure of a business, the most effective way to make efficient use of labor and capital as well as the technology itself is by IT outsourcing.

Boston – based companies often have issues with supervision and control that causes management to be hesitant when it comes to outsourcing information technology. In fact, such often time-consuming management chores can seriously eat into the bottom line; one of the great outsourcing and information technology benefits is that the company will no longer have to spend time and resources in this area any longer; the contractor takes care of all supervision, evaluations and other issues that management generally prefers to have under its control. This is true even when the contractor may have an IT engineer on your company’s property to deal with any potential problems with computers, e-mail systems, Internet connections, data storage, severs and any other issues that may come up.

Another aspect of outsourcing boston information technology to keep in mind is the fact that as contractors, these people do not require that you provide pension contributions, paid vacation and health and dental benefits – meaning greater returns for investors and more that can be paid to your valuable top-level people.

Outsourcing and information technology benefits the shareholders and investors, management and the company as a whole. When you have fewer employees to manage and keep track of, you can turn your attention to the more immediate issues that more directly affect the day-to-day operations of your company. Ease of operation, cutting costs, and increasing profitability are the best reasons for outsourcing boston’s corporate IT systems today.

Selling your information technology business is the most important transaction you will ever make. Mistakes in this process can greatly erode your transaction proceeds. Do not spend twenty years of your toil and skill building your business like a pro only to exit like an amateur. Below are ten common mistakes to avoid:

1. Selling because of an unsolicited offer to buy – One of the most common reasons owners tell us they sold their business was they got an offer from a competitor or more often these days, an Indian company looking to buy a customer base in the United States. If you previously were not considering this business sale, you probably have not taken some important personal and business steps to exit on your terms. The business may have some easily correctable issues that could detract from its value. You may not have prepared for an identity and lifestyle to replace the void caused by the separation from your company. If you are prepared, you are more likely to exit on your own terms.

2. Poor books and records – Business owners wear many hats. Sometimes they become so focused on the next version release that they are lax in financial record keeping. A buyer is going to do a comprehensive look into your financial records. If they are done poorly, the buyer loses confidence in what he is buying and his perception of risk increases. If he finds some negative surprises late in the process, the purchase price adjustments can be harsh. The transaction value is often attacked well beyond the economic impact of the surprise. Get a good accountant to do your books.

3. Going it alone – The business owner may be the foremost expert in GUI interfaces, but it is likely that his business sale will be a once in a lifetime occurrence. Mistakes at this juncture have a huge impact. It is especially critical to have a good M&A advisor if you are selling an information technology company because these companies do not fit traditional company valuation metrics. If an owner does not get the right representation and have several qualified buyers that covet his technology, he possibly can leave a lot of money on the table. Selling a technology company is complex. Is it a better deal to structure some of the transaction value as an earn out based on post acquisition sales performance?

Do you understand the difference in after tax proceeds between an asset sale and a stock sale? Your everyday bookkeeper may not, but a tax accountant surely does. Is your business attorney familiar with business sales legal work? Would he advise you properly on Reps and Warranties that will be in the purchase agreement? Your buyer’s team will have this experience. Your team should match that experience of it will cost you way more than their fees.

4. Skeletons in the closet – If your company has any, the due diligence process will surely reveal them. One of the key issues in information technology companies is the clear title to intellectual property. Are your employee agreements well written? If you hired outside programmers, was their agreement specific in ownership of their output? The concern of the buyer is that once it becomes public that the deep pockets company is owner, previous disgruntled employees or contractors may resurface looking to bring legal action.

Before your firm is turned inside out and the buyer spends thousands in this process and before the other interested buyers are put on hold – reveal that problem up-front. We sold a company that had an outstanding CFO. In the first meeting with us, he told us of his company’s under funded pension liability. We were able to bring the appropriate legal and actuarial resources to the table and give the buyer and his advisors plenty of notice to get their arms around the issue. If this had come up late in the process, the buyer might have blown up the deal or attacked transaction value for an amount far in excess of the potential liability.

5. Letting the word out – Confidentiality in the business sale process is crucial. If your competitors find out, they can cause a lot of damage to your customers and prospects. It can be a big drain on employee morale and productivity. What if your head of systems development gets skittish and entertains offers from other companies and leaves while you are selling? The buyer wants your top people and they represent a significant portion of your future transaction value. If word you are for sale gets out, your suppliers and bankers get nervous. Nothing good happens when the work gets out that your company is for sale.

6. Poor Contracts – Here we mean the day-to-day contracts that are in place with employees, customers, contractors, and suppliers. Do your employees have non-competes, for example? If your company has intellectual property, do you have very clear ownership rights defined in your employee and contractor agreements. If not, you could be looking at meaningful escrow holdbacks post closing. Are your customer agreements assignable without consent? If they are not, customers could cancel post transaction. Your buyer will make you pay for this one way or another. If you are tempted to sign that big deal at bargain rates to pump up your business selling price, think again. Locking in a contract at below market rates could actually cause a discount to your selling price.

7. Bad employee behavior – You need to make sure you have agreements in place so that employees cannot hold you hostage on a pending transaction. Key employees are key to transaction value. If you suspect there are issues, you may want to implement stay on bonuses. If you have a bad actor, firing him or her during a transaction could cause issues. You may want to be pre-emptive with your buyer and minimize any damage your employee might cause.

8. No understanding of your company’s value – Business valuations are complex. A good business broker or M & A advisor that has experience in your industry is your best bet. Business valuation firms are great for business valuations for gift and estate tax situations, divorce, etc. They tend to be very conservative and their results could vary significantly from your results from three strategic buyers in a battle to acquire your firm. Where a services business may sell for between 75% and 100% of last years sales, for example, technology companies are all over the map. One of our clients had a coveted piece of software technology and was able to get 8 X last years sales as his purchase price. We certainly could not have and would not have predicted that at the start of the engagement, but what a nice surprise. When it comes to selling your company, let the competitive market provide a value.

9. Getting into an auction of one – This is a silly visual, but imagine a big auction hall at Sotheby’s occupied by an auctioneer and one guy with an auction paddle. “Do I hear $5 million? Anybody $5.5 million?’ The guy is sitting on his paddle. Pretty silly, right? And yet we hear countless stories about a competitor coming in with an unsolicited offer and after a little light negotiating the owner sells. Another common story is the owner tells his banker, lawyer, or accountant that he is considering selling. His well-meaning professional says, “I have another client that is in your business. I will introduce you.” The next thing you know the business is sold. Believe me, these folks are buying you business at a big discount. That’s not silly at all!

10. Giving away value in negotiations and due diligence – When selling your business, your objective is to get the best terms and conditions. I know this is a shocker, but the buyer is trying to pay as little as possible and he is trying to get contractual terms favorable to him. These goals are not compatible with yours. The buyer is going to fight hard on issues like total price, cash at close, earn outs, seller notes, reps and warranties, escrow and holdbacks, post closing adjustments, etc. If you get into a meet in the middle compromise negotiation, before you know it, your Big Mac is a Junior Cheeseburger.

Due diligence has a dual purpose. The first is obviously to insure that the buyer knows exactly what he is paying for. The second is to attack transaction value with adjustments. Of course this happens after their LOI has sent the other bidders away for 30 to 60 days of exclusivity. If you don’t have a good team of advisors, this can get expensive

As my dad used to say, there is no replacement for experience. Another saying is that when a man with money and no experience meets a man with experience, the man with the experience walks away with the money and the man with the money walks away with some experience. Keep this in mind when contemplating the sale of your business. It will likely be your first and only experience. Avoid these mistakes and make that experience a profitable one.

e in the market for a new telephone system or looking to migrate to a larger system? The choices are abundant, but how do you make a decision that is right for you, your business and your budget

Consider the following:

A. The features you like,
B. The features you need,
C. The features you don’t like,
D. Your customer/client expectations,
E. Your Business Communication plan for the future.

The need to communicate effectively and efficiently:

Every business has to communicate with its customers. A small business may only need a line or two from the local Bell Company, whereas, a large business may need a robust system that offers an Auto Attendant/Receptionist, IVR (Interactive Voice Response), a Voice Mail, CDR (Call Detail Records), or even, Call Center Technology.

To find the system that meets your needs will require that you do a bit of research and ask yourself some questions related to your current and future business model.

By answering a few questions your organization will be stirred to a Telecommunications system that meets current needs and encompasses future growth.

How many numbers* do you need? ______
How many Fax Machines will you have? ______
How many modem lines will you need? ______
How many Analog sets will you need? ______
How many Digital sets will you need? ______
Are you planning on having an Operator Console/Position? ______
Do you want Caller ID capabilities?______

* – Numbers could be a 1 to 1 relationship (Analog lines) or a DID (Direct Inward Dial) range with the use of a T1. See T1 information below.

Trunks

Trunks allow your business to communicate to the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network). The two common Voice Grade Trunks are: Central Office Trunks (Analog telephone numbers) and T1’s (Digital Circuits). Many systems are moving into VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) while maintaing their Legacy System features.

Do you need a T1?

A T1 contains 23 B-Channels and 1 D-Channel. The B-Channels are the dedicated Voice Connections and can be broken up into Incoming and Outgoing trunks/routes, and the D-Channel carries call control and signaling information.

Consider the following criteria:

How many calls are made in a typical business day? _______
What is the average length of the calls being made? _______
Have you every received a busy when attempting to access an outside line? ______
Is receiving a busy acceptable? ______
Is your business expecting considerable growth in the near future? ______
Does your business perform outside transfers and conferences? ______
Are you planning on buying a Toll Free number? _____


Note: A T1 may make sense for your organization – as it allows for DID (Direct Inward Dial) and outgoing routes to be associated to the number of concurrent calls. Thus idle talk paths are offered to system users when they are not in use – maximizing your system resources.

Analog lines perform the same action in a hunt group. A lot of small businesses over expand the hunt groups to prevent busy signals during the busiest time of day – the line is unused most of the day. T1 cost varies – As of 4/24/05, I’ve found a number of T1 Business lines for $359.00 and up.

Example:

If your organization has 20 associates, you would most likely want each associate to have a private number (a DID). Thus, 20 analog lines @ $35.00 to $40.00 per month = $800.00.

In this case a T1 would make sense as it allows the system programmer to route DID calls in and create a separate route for calls out, ensuring maximum efficiency.

On the other hand, if your organization as 8 or fewer employees then it maybe cost effective to keep your analog service dependent upon the features needed.

What features and applications do you want? Hold and Transfer, Conference, Music On Hold, Multi-Line Phones, Associate/Employee controlled call foward, Auto Attendant/receptionist, Voice Mail, CDR (Call Detail Records), Time of Day Announcements, ACD (Automatic Call Distribution), Advanced Call Center Applications,

Hold and Conference – Can be performed by Non-KSU (Centrex), KSU, and PBX Systems.

Music on Hold – Requires a KSU or PBX.

Multi-line phones – on a Non-KSU you are limited to 2 lines. KSU’s and PBX Systems allow for multiple lines. If you would like to view every line – you’ll need to insure that the system and phones allow for Busy Lamp fields or that the phones have enough programmable keys.

Associate/Employee Controlled Call Forwards – Can be performed with Centrex Services, KSU and PBX Systems. This is an important feature as it allows the associate/employee to determine where calls will go when not answered or when he/she is busy.

Auto Attendant/Receptionist – Is usually an additional module or software enhancement to a system. This enhancement when grouped with other systems/applications (Digit collection, Voice Mail, etc.) offers a powerful solution to handling incoming callers. Some KSU’s have this feature, most PBX Systems have this feature.

Voice Mail – Voice Mail allows each associate to create personal greetings, passcodes and manage messages. Ideal for creating and maintaining CRM (Customer Response Management). Can be performed by Centrex lines, KSU and PBX Systems

Call Detail Recording – Your organization may like to collect Call Details (the number dialed, the cost of the call, Date/Time, etc.). You may want to bill back to a client, associate, or department for calls made. Some KSU’s have this feature, most PBX systems have this feature.

Time of Day Announcements – Requires a KSU or PBX.

ACD (Automatic Call Distribution) – Some KSU’s support this feature, most PBX systems support this feature.

Finding your system

When you’ve developed your Business Communication plan – take a look at some of the KSU/PBX systems on the internet or this site and find the one that matches your plan the best.

Now that you have an idea of what features you need and the feature that you like – attempt to match them to the systems in PbxInfo’s · System Comparison. The only side-by-side system comparison on the internet.

Finally, be prepared to ask the following questions when you’ve decided on a system.

• Ask the vendor, “Are you an authorized dealer?”

• Ask if it’s possible to visit the last site the vendor performed an install at. Look for well documented systems, cable labeling, housekeeping and neatness.

• Visit the vendors place of business. Many times a vendor will have a mock-up of the system that you are interested in.

• Ask about service support and maintenance contracts – including how much it costs and whether it is offered over the phone.

• Ask about the possibility of buying a refurbished or used system.

Other areas of interest:

Looking for used equipment – Vist PbxInfo’s Market Place.

Looking for a vendor – Visit PbxInfo’s RFQ Area.

Related article,  Saving Money on Your Long Distance.

Related article, ·Auditing Your Telephone Bill.

Related article, ·Bundled Services.

Related Website:  CS2 Communications

Related Website: Pbx Info

Article by Charles Carter

Comcast Is A Telecommunications Expert In General

While Comcast is a name commonly associated with cable TV, what a lot of people don’t realize is that this company can provide them with a lot of other telecommunications options as well. That’s because Comcast is not only a cable TV expert, but a telecommunications expert in general.

Perhaps the most common service that’s associated with cable companies, besides of course cable TV, is broadband high speed Internet. When you sign up for broadband Internet service from Comcast, you’re opening up a whole world that you may never have seen before if you’ve been surfing at dial up speeds. A broadband Internet connection can provide you access to the entire world wide web at speeds that can be up to seventy times faster than dial up. With that kind of speed at your fingertips you’ll be able to download whole libraries of digital music. You’ll also be able to download huge video files- maybe even full length movies! A broadband Internet connection also makes it easy to get software updates whenever you need them, which is a key to keeping your computer in top condition. Also, broadband Internet is so fast, that you’re entire family can surf at the same time with no noticeable decrease in performance!

Comcast doesn’t only give you access to the Internet at blistering speeds, it also helps you make the most of all of the information and entertainment while protecting your family and your computers from all of the threats out there on the Internet. For example, you can get access to special web content for kids, streaming music, a wide variety of photos, and lots of online games. You’ll also be kept safe by the option of including a firewall that will keep out malicious programs that can contribute to identity theft and other forms of crime.

In addition to various software options, Comcast can provide you with a cable modem, that will actually connect you to the Internet, as well as a wireless router. A wireless router is the first step in creating a wireless network in your home. With a wireless network, you can access the Internet on every computer in your home. You’ll also be able to use the network with many other devices like smart phones and various entertainment devices.

One other service that Comcast offers, and perhaps is not as well known is phone service. Phone service with Comcast comes with a number of conveniences and value adding features that you have to pay extra for from other telephone service providers. Things like voice mail, call waiting, call forwarding, Caller ID, and other features that add to your bill from other phone services, are all included as part of your calling plan with Comcast. As an added convenience, you can even access your voice mail online which is enormously convenient while you’re traveling. Perhaps more important than any of the extra features is the fact that unlimited long distance is included in your calling plan!

Of course, when it comes to great cable TV service, Comcast still delivers the best there is. With access to over 275 channels, including many in HDTV, and options like ON DEMAND Pay Per View and Digital Sports Packages; you’ll always have something to watch. You’ll also have access to an on screen program guide so that you can always decide what you want to watch.

Comcast clearly provides plenty of options for anyone who wants to stay connected by voice, the Internet, or who just wants great entertainment! With all of these features and options, Comcast is clearly the telecommunications provider of choice for anybody’s situation. This is the end of your search. Switch to the top cable provider. Start Now.

Israel – Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband

Israel has a very competitive telecommunications market with one of the highest mobile penetration rates in the world and also one of the highest household broadband penetration rates. This report introduces the key aspects of the market with statistics and analysis; it overviews the key regulatory issues affecting Israel’s telecom industry in some detail. The nature of competition in the market is changing and the advent of VoIP, triple play strategies and the new digital media puts particular focus on the details of regulation. The recommendations of the Gronau Commission are likely to cause further regulatory changes in the near future.

( http://www.bharatbook.com/Market-Research-Reports/Israel-Telecoms-Mobile-and-Broadband.html )

Israel has very competitive fixed-line voice, broadband and digital media market sectors. Bezeq has retained the vast majority of the domestic fixed-line voice services, but new licences being granted for VoIP service provision are beginning to shake up the market. Partner, Netvision, Xfone and Bezeq International had all acquired VoIP licences and had begun providing competitive domestic telephone services by early 2009. The International fixed-line voice market is already very competitive and recent mergers have created strong players. Market competition is fierce, both between cable and DSL infrastructures and between ISPs. Competition is also fierce between Bezeq’s satellite TV subsidiary YES and cable TV operator HOT. Israel’s very high broadband penetration rate provides great potential for triple play and digital media developments and competitors are manoeuvring for positions.

Israel’s mobile communications market is one of the most competitive in the region, with four operators in a saturated market. The difficulties of growth through new customer acquisitions and voice tariff competition have led the operators to focus on mobile data, regularly launching new value-added products and extending their offerings to provide bundled services including fixed-line. Third generation services have been launched by the three major operators and subscriber numbers are significant. Success in selling mobile content and applications is essential to combat falling ARPU.

Key highlights:· Infrastructure investment by the mobile operators in 3G and HSPA is having an impact. Cellcom has flagged its intention to build its own infrastructure to be operational by the time its contract with Bezeq runs out in 2010.

· Pelephone launched its 3.5G HSPA network in February 2009, after investing NIS1 billion and by April there were over 200,000 subscribers on the new network.

· Bezeq’s share of the domestic fixed-line voice market has now fallen to below the magic 85% figure. Bezeq is awaiting the promised licence amendments and has applied to the Ministry of Communications for a VoIP permit. Bezeq reportedly aims to migrate all its fixed-line subscribers to VoIP by 2014.

· Bezeq has begun the rollout of its NGN with a pilot in Ness Ziona, Kiron and Rishon LeZion and plans to complete the nationwide rollout by 2013. In June 2009, the operator had migrated 100,000 of its existing subscribers to the new network which provides speeds of up to 15Mb/s.

· In February 2009, a proposed merger between Bezeq and YES was approved by the Restricted Trade Practices Tribunal, with conditions which will cause a further shift in the telecommunications landscape if the merger goes ahead. The conditions include a requirement for Bezeq to unbundle its NGN to make it available to other operators and a requirement to keep YES on the air.

· In addition to a competitive FTA TV market, the majority of the Israeli population subscribe to cable or satellite TV, mostly digital. Both HOT and DBS satellite TV operator YES offer PVRs and HOT also offers VoD services.

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When you shop around for telecommunications services for your home, there are probably three major things that you’re looking for: TV, Internet (Broadband), and phone service. In the past getting all three of them meant shopping around and eventually deciding on three different companies. Now though, you can get all three of those services from Comcast . The fact that all three different services are bundled together and all offered by the same company means that you save money by having all of them combined and only have to deal with paying one bill for all three every month.

Comcast’s TV service is especially impressive because it’s transmitted over cable and is completely digital. That means you’ll receive a crystal clear picture no matter what the weather is doing. It also means that you can receive a lot more channels than you could from older cable TV providers in the past. In fact, Comcast can provide you with well over two hundred and sixty five of the best channels available today. These channels include your local channels, movie packages from all of the biggest names in cable movie channels, HDTV channels, and digital music channels. The HD channels are really impressive because of the fact that they carry programming in High Definition Television which is the TV format of the future. High Definition (HD) programming will bring the theater experience right into your living room with it’s high resolution, wide screen picture, and incredible Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound! Along with all of those other channels, you’ll receive all of the most popular national cable channels currently available.

Another advantage that Comcast offers you is the ability to choose your cable TV programming package. Programming packages from Comcast range in size from very basic packages with your local channels and the music channels all the way up to the most massive programming package possible. In between are a variety of packages of other sizes so that you can always find something that meets your needs and budget.

Comcast ’s phone service is just as impressive as its digital cable TV service. The phone service is actually based on digital technology just like the TV, which means that it provides you with excellent sound quality and plenty of extra features included at no extra charge. For example, with Comcast’s digital voice service you can make as many calls as you want anywhere in the US and Canada and talk as long as you want without any increase in your phone bill! Another great benefit of digital phone service is that you’ll have access to all of the features that other phone companies invariably charge extra for, but you’ll get them at no extra charge!

The high speed Internet access that’s provided by Comcast is also really impressive because it offers download speeds that can be up to one hundred times faster than what you can obtain with dial up. With that kind of speed, the Internet will be your playground, literally, with the access to virtual online worlds like Second Life and WarCraft. You’ll also be able to download movies from YouTube, CNN, and other sites that provide free video content. You’ll also be able to watch streaming online versions of your favorite TV shows and download movies and TV shows to watch whenever you like. Comcast will also help you protect yourself and your family from the hostile elements of the Internet by providing a variety of security software programs.

In general Comcast is your first choice for telecommunications and entertainment at home. The current Comcast promotional offers are fantastic. It is time to switch to the best cable company in with the best cable deals.

The ubiquitous cell phone has revolutionized the way people communicate. Communication has become more efficient, and way more accessible. Gone are the days of searching for a pay phone, and then searching for those evasive quarters. Cell phones have evolved from a large, one-dimensional device to its present multi dimensional, small form. They keep millions of people in touch with business, family and friends. In addition, they are proven to be very valuable during times of emergency. Contemporary cell phones perform many functions, access to the Internet, access to streaming data, video cameras, and entertainment. They are clearly a great way to communicate, and in some cases are replacing traditional telephones.

In 1843 Michael Faraday did a series of experiments that ultimately lead to the underlining principals of today’s cell phones. By 1947, a crude mobile phone was developed, and in 1977 cell phones went public. The city of Chicago was where the first service was started with around 2000 subscribers. The term cell phone originated from the use of many base stations to divide service areas into multiple cells. These multiple cells allowed for a wider range of coverage, and a greater call volume. The 1980’s saw a genuine proliferation of cell phone use, and by the 1990s analog signals were being replaced by digital signals.

Like televisions, computers, and all other electrical devices, mobile phones emit electromagnetic radiation. The fear was that these devices were being held to close to an individual’s head, and this radiation could cause some form of brain cancer. In a 1999 study, investigators at the Orebro Medical Centre in Sweden compared the past mobile phone use of 209 Swedish brain tumor patients and 425 healthy people. The study found no mobile phone/brain cancer link in virtually all respects, cancer researcher John E. Moulder, Ph.D., says. All the available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using wireless phones in adults, children, and teenagers. In spite of this, prudent precautions should be exercised. These include taking measures to move the cell phone antenna at least eight inches away from your head by using hands-free sets, remote earpieces and microphones, or installing radiation shields for hand held phones.

In spite of the unbelievable demand for cell phones, it took cellular phone service 37 years total to become commercially accessible in the US, according to the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association. Today there are more than 60 million customers with cell phones, in spite of the fact that wireless service was just developed nearly 50 years ago. The cellular business was a $3 million market 25 years ago and has grown exponentially to close to a $30 billion per year industry, and projections far exceed those numbers.