BlackBerry Limited
Discovering Network Information Available via Wireless Networks

Abstract:

Network information may be discoverable without requiring a connection to that network. For example, Access Network Query Protocol ("ANQP") may allow a device to discover information about a network prior to the device associating with that network. In other words, ANQP allows a network terminal to request additional network information prior to establishing network capability. The additional network information that may be discoverable includes network latency, cellular capabilities, hotspot capabilities, mobility capabilities, neighbor reports, station identification, and multiple hotspot session identification.