telematics

n. combination of telecommunications and informatics, use of telecommunications technology for the transfer of computer data

The term telematics is used in a number of ways:The integrated use of telecommunications and informatics, also known as ICT (Information and Communications Technology). More specifically it is the science of sending, receiving and storing information via telecommunication devices.More commonly, telematics have been applied specifically to the use of Global Positioning System technology integrated with computers and mobile communications technology in automotive navigation systems.Most narrowly, the term has evolved to refer to the use of such systems within road vehicles, in which case the term vehicle telematics may be used.
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The combination of telecommunications and computing. Data communications between systems and devices.
(1995-02-07)

TELEMATICA