The general network terms you may encounter are:
GSM: It stands for Global System for Mobile Communications and is the world's largest cellular network. GSM uses narrowband TDMA allowing eight simultaneous calls on the same radio frequency. These networks are leaders in many typically digital services including Short Message Service.
CDMA: It stands for Code-Division Multiple Access and is a digital cellular technology that uses spread-spectrum techniques. CDMA has a clearer reception but GSM provides a greater range for those who travel.
Consumers should know the types of phones available on each network. Manufacturers try to produce phones for each network like LG typically produces
Mobile phones for the CDMA network and Nokia on the GSM. So you have a plenty of options to choose from. Compare phones, plans, attached options, etc. Take advantage of the monthly deals from providers, you can even get a mobile phone for free. There are contracts, you need to sign up that lasts for 2-3 years. So if you are confident with your choice, the contract plan is a good idea.
Other type of mobile phone plan is prepaid or
pay as you go plan which have no contract. If you don't have a consistent usage every month, prepaid plans are best. You can terminate the prepaid plan without any hassles if you are unhappy with it.
So there are plenty of carriers and handsets options for you. Once you know what you want, compare between providers, their offers, plans, and handsets features and then make your choice. Best place where information regarding these networks can be found are online phone shops. Under one roof, users can come to know more about the same in details.
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