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Unlocking usually refers to a GSM network and flashing usually refers to CDMA networks.

When you unlock a phone you can use it on any carrier that uses the same radio (GSM/CDMA), or if you have a world phone, either a GSM or CDMA.

Flashing the phone just allows you to use one specific CDMA carrier.

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