How Does a Blackberry Work?

A BlackBerry is a popular mobile phone that Research in Motion (RIM) produced. It is able to send and receive email, download and update calendars, and make phone calls. Unlike other phones, the BlackBerry comes with a complete, alphanumeric keypad in order to support the email function that has made the phone so popular in business and academic circles.

How Does a BlackBerry Receive Email?

BlackBerry phones typically receive email via the BlackBerry Exchange mail service. The BlackBerry redirector checks the email account and forwards it to the BlackBerry device subscribed to the email address. The email addresses are listed in the RIM service provider database. The email is then transmitted to the phone on the wireless data network that the individual subscribes to. BlackBerry users can also send and receive third party email via IMAP service on the mobile phone's web browser or by configuring the email client for POP3 service from a non-BlackBerry email provider.

How Do You send an Email on a BlackBerry?

A BlackBerry phone sends an email in the same way it receives one. Outgoing messages are sent to the phone's data network provider. The provider then forwards the email to the RIM BlackBerry service which then sends it out to the Internet via the re-director.

How Do You Install the Blackberry Software on Your Computer?

When a BlackBerry is purchased, it comes with a software installation CD that installs the BlackBerrry Desktop Manager on computers. The installation CD guides the user through the setup process and helps to setup the BlackBerry email service. The user can configure any desired options for SMS, MMS, or Calendar reminders as part of the process. The user can also configure where music, ringtones, and picture downloads should be saved on the computer when synching the phone.

How Do you Synchronize a BlackBerry Phone?

Once the BlackBerrry Desktop Manager is installed, synchronize the phone to a computer. Connect the phone to the computer via the BlackBerry's USB cable in order to do this. Once connected, all contacts, emails, etc. will be uploaded to the computer and new information that the phone does not contain will be uploaded to it.