Searching for Signal
By Guest Contributor F. Momolu

Published:  28 May, 2008

Cell phones have become a necessity for many people throughout the world. The ability to keep in touch with family, friends, business associates and access email messages are only a few of the reasons for the increasing importance of cell phones. Today's technically advanced cell phones are capable of not only receiving and making phone calls, but are also handy for storing data, taking pictures, etc. When cell phones were first introduced in Liberia, they were bulky and expensive, and some even required a base unit that had to be transported along with the phone. Good reception was a major problem and in general, early cell phones could only be used in certain locations where the signal was particularly strong.

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