Personal communications service
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-020681
Any of several types of wireless, voice and/or data communications systems, typically incorporating digital technology. PCS licenses are most often used to provide services similar to advanced cellular mobile or paging services. However, PCS can also be used to provide other wireless communications services, including services that allow people to place and receive communications while away from their home or office, as well as wireless communications to homes, office buildings and other fixed locations.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-020681 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Built environments |
| Abbreviation | PCS |
| References | FCC Glossary of Telecommunications Terms, 2008 |
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