What are the real differences between the different cellular network types? CDMA/GSM/3G, etc?

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Published on 2010-05-09T01:54:49Z Indexed on 2010/05/09 2:00 UTC
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There are all of these different cellular technologies in use. I'm assuming they all have their own advantages, or maybe use each other in some way. What is the actual difference from both a technology and a consumer standpoint?

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