Abstract: A pager capable of origination of and transmission of messages. The pager, in one embodiment, features two-way communication capability and stores both a transmit and receive antenna within a single housing. The pager also features a data entry device which allows entry of alphanumeric characters. The data entry device provide for numerous advantages including allowing the pager to transmit original, non-responsive messages to any of a variety of addresses either selected from a stored address list or input by the user. In addition, messages may be received/stored in a number of folders leading to advantages in message management.