What is the difference between GETS and WPS?
GETS provides emergency access and priority processing in the local and long distance segments of the Public Switched Network (PSN). ... WPS is a method of improving connection capabilities for a limited number of authorized national security and emergency preparedness cell phone users.
What is a GETS call?
The Government Emergency Telecommunications Service (GETS) provides national security and emergency preparedness (NS/EP) personnel a high probability of completion for their telephone calls during periods of severe network congestion or disruption. ... Users receive a GETS calling card to access the service.
What is a WPS card?
Users receive an access card (GETS card), which has both the universal GETS access number and a Personal Identification Number (PIN). To get priority access over cellular communications networks, you need to use the Wireless Priority Service (WPS) program. GETS and WPS can be used in combination.
What is DHS WPS?
It is intended to be used in an emergency or crisis situation when the wireless network is congested and the probability of completing a normal call is reduced. ...