Methods, systems and data structure for storing and managing information
in a wireless network are described wherein fixed resources in the system are stored
in a database in a hierarchical directory structure according to the location of
each fixed resource. Each level of the directory structure represents a geographical
area in which a fixed resource is located. A mobile user submits a query for the
location of the nearest fixed resource having certain properties. The system determines
the location of the mobile user and then searches the database for the request
fixed resorce that is nearest to the mobile user. When the fixed resource is identified,
data regarding its location is transmitted to the mobile user. In addition, specific
directions as to how to get to the location of the fixed resource from the location
of the mobile user may be provided.
