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Telecommunications devices, including cell phones, satellite radio or Voice over IP, connect us to one another and to the world of information at our fingertips. Learn all about the technologies we depend upon for efficient communication.

Cell Phones

Today's cell phone technology is advancing at a rapid pace while prices are getting lower. We’ll explore everything from the advanced -- the iPhone or the future of the Google phone -- to cell phone viruses and ring tones. See more »

Home Telephones

Explore the technology and options for home telephones. Learn how cordless phones work, what 900 MHz is, how ATT is and what the colored wires on your phone jack are. See more »

Telephone Technology

We'll look at the different telephone technologies that enable us to easily communicate. Learn about Skype and Vonage, caller ID, fiber optics and more. See more »

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Wireless

Wireless electronic technology has opened up a whole new world for consumers and businesses. Learn about everything from municipal WiFi networks to DSL. See more »

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How Bluetooth Surveillance Works

Is anyone watching you now? If you have Bluetooth enabled on your smart phone, someone might know exactly where you are.

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How WiFi Phones Work

Explore WiFi phones and their abilities, as well as the pros and cons of using them. We'll start with a quick review of VoIP and WiFi.

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How Cell Phone Jammers Work

Cell phones are basically handheld two-way radios. With cell-phone etiquette at an all-time low, some people are exploiting the vulnerability of the radio spectrum to silence blabbering offenders. Find out how.