The document provides an introduction to mobile communications, covering its history, applications, devices, and areas of research. It discusses how advances in technology enabled the development of smaller, more portable computing devices. This drove the need for integration of wireless networks and standards to allow mobile users to communicate anywhere. Key areas of research include transmission quality, mobility support, and addressing the constraints of portable devices. The future of mobile communication lies in integrating different wireless systems into overlay networks that provide seamless connectivity across various network types.