Ensure portability of applications. Applications that take advantage of CDPD Network services should be portable to various mobile subscriber equipment platforms. Minimize configuration parameters. The CDPD System Specification shall identify the minimum set of configuration parameters required to operate the CDPD Network. Where appropriate, parameters to be configurable through the Network Management system shall be identified.
Manufacturers are free to implement additional parameters.
Support evolution to new technologies. CDPD is an open architecture which is designed to accommodate and support new technologies at various levels of interconnection. Examples of the include new Network Layer standards such as IPv6, alternative airlink technologies, etc. 1250 Connecticut Ave. This site will be updated frequently.