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4/8/2010

The core OS services consist of the Windows Mobile kernel and other features that are common to all Windows Mobile OS designs. Core OS services enable low-level tasks, such as process, thread, and memory management. Basic device drivers are also part of the Windows Mobile core OS services.

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Serial Communications

Provides information on communicating with devices or Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites by way of a serial connection.

State and Notifications Broker

State and Notifications Broker provides a mechanism for storing system and application information in the registry and provides a notification system for changes in the stored information.

Core OS Reference

Provides reference information about the core OS APIs that are available for use in Windows Mobile applications.

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Serial Communications

Provides a reference for devices that can communicate with other computers, printers, modems, or Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites over a serial connection.