This presentation introduces the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP). WAP was created by mobile companies to provide an open standard for wireless information and services. It uses WML as its markup language. The presentation describes WAP's architecture including its protocol stack and WAP gateway. It also discusses how WAP addresses limitations of wireless devices and networks, such as small displays and low bandwidth. Examples of WAP services mentioned include banking, shopping, news and email. In conclusion, the presenter notes that WAP will become more efficient with the rollout of 3G networks like UMTS.