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The Pocket WAP Directory (Paperback)

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  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Computer Bookshops Ltd (Sep 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1902160290
  • ISBN-13: 978-1902160290
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,752,728 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #18 in  Books > Computing & Internet > Networking & Security > Wireless > WAP
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Book Description

Mobile phones have come a long way in a short time. Originally they were brick like accessories with a short battery life and poor reception. Now we can spend hours chatting to our loved ones at the top of Ben Nevis on a phone the size of a Kit-Kat.

The Internet has also come a long way in a similar amount of time, from a text-based home of the geeks to a multimedia, multi-million pound phenomenon used by the masses.

Thanks to the development of the WAP browser, these two technologies have been brought together allowing the mobile phone owner to access the World Wide Web and check email from just about anywhere. It's a pretty big marketplace too. It is estimated that there are nearly 100million people worldwide with access to wireless Internet.

Using a mobile phone online can be rewarding, but frequently not particularly straightforward. Many of the features found on the Internet via your PC are available, in a simpler form, via your phone. However some of the main networks will do anything they can to keep you locked in to their circle of partner sites, which is a shame when there is so much more to be discovered.

The main purpose of this book is to be a day to day companion, small enough to fit in your pocket next to your phone. Within these pages you will find hundreds of useful sites, on a range of subjects, reviewed and sorted by category.

This book also provides information about the future of mobile Internet services, some facts about the main UK service providers, some tips on setting up and running a email accounts on your phone and even a beginners guide to creating your own WAP site.

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Make the most of the Internet with your WAP Phone

Written in a straightforward, jargon free style, The pocket WAP directory is the ultimate resource for anybody who owns or is thinking of owning a WAP phone or PDA. The guide provides all you need to know about WAP plus a directory of all the best sites, covering all aspects of the Internet. Understand the services of the main providers Keep up to date with the latest news and weather Shop for fantastic bargains and compare prices online. Find the best clubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and theatres Chat with people from all over the world Get the latest online jokes and games. Learn how to create your own WAP site.


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2.0 out of 5 stars A very basic introduction to WAP, 26 Jan 2001
By A Customer
In spite of the hype from the preceding reviewers, this book is a very basic introduction to WAP, which for the price I suppose is only to be expected. However, if you want some serious information about WAP (for example for professional reasons - as I did) then get this book as your first basic and quick introduction to WAP, but invest in a more detailed book for further information. IMHO the book's subtitle should be changed from "the essential guide" to "the basic guide".

Defintely worth getting if you want to skim over what WAP is about, but be prepared to look elsewhere for deeper explanations.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightenment at last!, 6 Nov 2000
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I've had a WAP phone for a few weeks, but I always thought it was a worthless gimmick - until I bought this book. I was pleasantly surprised! The directory is superb, and the extra info explains everything without the use of silly jargon.

This book provides a wealth of information - you wouldn't think it possible from such a small volume! Recommended.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Directory, 25 Oct 2000
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Some great sites here, a great resource that saves loads of time searching around for what you want. Well worth the money.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This was very helpful
Contains some very useful information and loads of great sites. Thumbs up.
Published on 1 Nov 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Quite a cool book
this book is short sharp and sweet. it is to the point and has proved to be an invaluable resource.
Published on 21 Oct 2000

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