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  1. RACh (Random Access Channel):
    • Definition: In GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications), the Random Access Channel (RACh) is a channel used by a mobile station (MS) to request access to the network.
    • Purpose: When a mobile device wants to initiate a call or send data, it needs to gain access to the network. The RACh is used for this purpose. It allows the mobile device to request a dedicated channel for communication.
    • Procedure: The mobile station sends a random access request on the RACh. The network responds by assigning a dedicated channel (such as a Traffic Channel or a Dedicated Control Channel) for further communication.
  2. GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications):
    • Definition: GSM is a standard developed to ensure compatibility and interoperability between various mobile communication systems. It is widely used for mobile communication and is the basis for 2G cellular networks.
    • Components: GSM consists of several components, including Mobile Stations (MS), Base Transceiver Stations (BTS), Mobile Switching Centers (MSC), and Home Location Registers (HLR), among others.
    • Channels: GSM uses different types of channels for communication, such as Traffic Channels (TCH), Control Channels (CCH), and the previously mentioned Random Access Channel (RACh).
    • Frequency Bands: GSM operates in various frequency bands globally, including the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands in Europe and the 850 MHz and 1900 MHz bands in North America.

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