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that provides mobile messaging services such as

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to businesses or other mobile operators.

Types of mobile messaging operators

There are two types of mobile messaging operators, aggregators and SS7 (

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) providers. The aggregator model involves the mobile messaging operator signing multiple individual agreements with mobile operators to facilitate two-way SMS traffic through that operator's SMSC (

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). SMS messages are delivered to the operator's SMSC, but not the subscriber's handset; the SMSC takes care of further handling of the message through the SS7 network. The SS7 model enables mobile messaging operators to route data directly through the SS7 system, giving the provider greater control and visibility of the transmission path during SMS routing. In this way, SMS messages can be sent directly to and from recipients without having to go through the SMSCs of other mobile operators. Some mobile messaging operators also operate a mixed model, combining SS7 and aggregated connectivity.

Uses of mobile messaging operators

Mobile messaging operators can provide businesses or other mobile operators with a range of messaging services, including: * SMS transmission and reception *

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and

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* Mobile authentication services Two-factor authentication#Wireless Tokens * Premium rate SMS services Premium rate SMS#Premium-rated short messages *

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* Mobile interaction services

Types of mobile messaging operators

Uses of mobile messaging operators

See also