Glossary

WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access)


Term
WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access)

Abbreviation
WCDMA

Definition
WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) is an air interface standard found in 3G mobile telecommunications networks. It supports conventional cellular voice and text services but can also carry data at high speeds, allowing mobile operators to deliver higher bandwidth applications, including streaming and broadband Internet access.

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