WAE

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The application layer framework within the Wireless Application Protocol suite.

Wireless Application Environment (WAE) is the top layer in the WAP architecture, providing the runtime environment for microbrowsers on early mobile phones. It defines the markup languages and scripting formats used to display content on small, low-resolution screens with limited processing power.

Heard on the job

The phone's browser relies on the WAE to parse and render the WML cards correctly.

Also heard as

  • Wireless Application Environment