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Definition

A mobile phone that transmits and receives data using radio frequency energy. Cell phones communicate by means of a network of short-range transmitters with overlapping ranges with a central station making connections to regular phone lines. (High Definition: an A to Z guide to Personal Technology, 2006)

 

Keywords

  • Cellular telephones
  • Radio waves
  • Low-level radiation
  • Wiretapping
  • Cell phone etiquette
  • BlackBerry
  • Cell phone addiction
  • Text messages
  • Texting
 

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Featured Website

  • distraction.gov
    Distracted Driving
    The U.S. Department of Transportation heard America’s call to end the dangerous practice of distracted driving on the nation’s roadways. Distracted driving is a serious, life-threatening practice. This website gathers statistics, news stories, state laws, and more on the issue.
 

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    • Are cell phones a danger to drivers?
    • Do cell phones pose a health risk?
    • How have cellular telephones effected business?
    • What are the latest advances in cellular telephone technology?
    • How has the use of cellular phones effected emergency response?
    • Should wiretapping be allowed on cellular phone conversations?
    • Discuss the effect of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 on cell phone conversations.
    • What are electromagnetic fields and what does research show about their safety?
    • Should cell phones be allowed in classrooms?
    • What are some solutions to cell phone etiquette?
    • What existing state legislation should be adopted in Florida and/or the Federal Government
    • What are the dangers of texting while operating a vehicle?
    • Should anyone convicted of sexting be listed as a "sexual offender."
    • Should police need a warrant to search a cellphone?
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    Reference Books

    Cover Art
    Ultimate Visual Dictionary - (at Reference Desk)
    Call Number: REF PE1629 .U48 2006


    Cover Art
    Science and Its Times
    Call Number: REF Q175.46 .S35 2000

     
     

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    Cite Your Sources

    Eventually, all students have to learn to properly cite their sources for their research. Some classes require MLA style, while others use APA. This page will give you pointers as well as help in creating those "Works Cited" or "References" pages. Remember you can always contact us, if it gets confusing (and it usually does!)

    • MLA Update 2009
      In Summer 2008, the Modern Language Association released its third edition of the MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly Publishing, which publicly unveiled modifications to MLA Style for the upcoming year.
      These changes go into effect in April 2009.
    • Sample of MLA Work Cited Page
      From Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University
    • Citation Builder - NCSU
      Citation Builder is an interactive web tool designed to assist college and university students in their effort to respect other people's intellectual properties.
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