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What is Near Field Communication (NFC)?

By Faisal Alani

Near-field communication (NFC) allows data to be exchanged between devices via short-range, high-frequency wireless communication technology by combining the interface of a smartcard and reader into a single device.

Google Android smartphones, Nokia smartphones and Apple iPhones will have the ability to exchange information such as web links and directions as well as make payments for products using NFC technology.

What is NFC and what does it do?

Examples of NFC:

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05 Jan 2011

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