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Articles
T-Mobile's home hotspot: what's hot and what's not
Computing Unplugged Magazine - September 2007
Welcome to Jimmy's Hotspot. Everyone is here, enjoying unlimited calling without burning up wireless minutes. In this technology review, Senior Editor Jimmy Booth looks at how you can stop burning your wireless minutes at home with T-Mobile's Hotspot@Home service.
The inside story of Sereniti, a new wireless router company
Computing Unplugged Magazine - December 2005
We recently had the opportunity to meet Wade Callison. Wade is bringing a new wireless router product to market and we thought it'd be interesting to go inside a new company and learn what goes into developing a product like a home network router.
Please stop clicking on the monkey: a Q&A on home networking security
Computing Unplugged Magazine - July 2005
In this latest Q&A, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz speaks with Jim Doherty and Neil Anderson, authors of "Home Networking Simplified".
ZigBee: A new wireless standard
Computing Unplugged Magazine - April 2005
Wireless networking has become the next wheel. From Bluetooth to Wi-Fi, wireless networking has revolutionized the way we communicate, and the way our favorite devices communicate with each other. In this piece, Dr. Hiroshi Ide introduces us to ZigBee, a low-power, low-cost wireless connectivity standard for short distance wireless networks.
Cost-saving TCO tips for enterprise mobile solutions
Computing Unplugged Magazine - October 2004
This month's Keeping Score column takes the TCO discussion one step further, looking at cost-saving tips for an enterprise's mobile solutions.
Adaptive repeaters change the ROI equation for in-building solutions
Computing Unplugged Magazine - May 2004
In this very interesting "industry article," Gantry Group founder Dale Troppito provides an in-depth understanding of what's necessary to bring wireless infrastructure into physical structures.
Wirelessly connect to your Xbox using the Linksys WET11 Wireless Ethernet Bridge
Computing Unplugged Magazine - May 2003
In this interesting article, our own David Gewirtz reviews the Linksys WET11 Wireless Ethernet Bridge. He also clearly explains where this device fits into your network and why it might be useful to you--especially if you're trying to wirelessly connect your Xbox or TiVo to the rest of your network.
Wireless service issues and handheld communication
PalmPower Magazine - October 2002
Chris Guella has spent some time this summer reviewing the new Treo 180 and Treo 270 communicators from Handspring. In that time, he has been bothered by a number of disturbing wireless service issues. In this article, he shares some interesting thoughts on these issues and handheld communication in general.
Palm's strategic relationships aim to extend applications to wireless world
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - September 2002
In the past few months, Palm, Inc. has announced a couple of important strategic relationships with competitors IBM and BEA Systems, Inc. Steve Niles gives the details on these two recent announcements.
Gain secure remote login with SSH
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - June 2002
Continuing on his Palm networking theme, Contributing Editor Stephen Vance will introduce you to SSH for the Palm OS. With this securely encrypted variation on the traditional telnet program, you'll be able to gain remote access to a command prompt on a server using your Palm handheld computer.
Wireless Database Access Server cures development headaches
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - May 2002
If the idea of developing wireless applications for the Palm OS seems intimidating, you need no longer worry. Steve Niles has details on Palm's new Wireless Database Access Server for developers who need to create wireless applications that access corporate databases in real time.
The Palm i705 Wireless Messaging Solution satisfies the needs of today's business world
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - April 2002
As business computing goes increasingly mobile, the transition is having a profound effect on enterprises, developers, and software vendors alike. Each group has its own concerns as it attempts to stay current in this new environment. Fulfilling these needs and addressing these concerns is the goal of the Palm i705 Wireless Messaging Solution. Contributing Editor Steve Niles takes a detailed look at the various components of this vital enterprise solution.
Palm's enterprise offerings move forward with recent deals
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - April 2002
Over the past few months, Palm has made two important steps in the company's enterprise strategy to provide businesses with complete and easy-to-implement IT management solutions and as well as a secure, server-based messaging platform. Contributing Editor Steve Niles discusses how Palm's recent acquisition of ThinAirApps, Inc., as well as the memorandum of understanding signed with XcelleNet, Inc. are helping the company meet its goals.
Control your computer remotely using PalmVNC
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - April 2002
Have you ever wanted to control your computers over the Internet? Perhaps you want to administer your server while traveling. Contributing Editor Stephen Vance will introduce you to an exciting application called PalmVNC that will let you do all of this with your Palm OS handheld regardless of the operating system on the computer you want to control.
Communicate, collaborate, and connect with the Palm Bluetooth Card
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - April 2002
On March 19, 2002, Palm announced the U.S. availability of the Palm Bluetooth Card. The company also joined Sony Ericsson in a marketing alliance agreement to develop strategic Bluetooth programs to make Bluetooth communication solutions readily accessible and easy-to-use for mobile professionals. Contributing Editor Steve Niles shares the details in this important article.
Readers share thoughts on wireless solutions
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - March 2002
In December we featured an article that took a look at the type of hardware you need to make your Palm handheld wireless. In this edition of Letters to the Editor, two readers share their opinions on how best to connect your handheld to email and the Internet.
The keys to performing a Network HotSync
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - March 2002
Palm supplies an excellent means of synchronizing your data over a network through a mechanism called Network HotSync, or LANSync. At first glance, making the whole thing work may appear to be a complex and daunting task. However, in this article Stephen Vance will walk you easily through the steps, from setting up the primary and secondary computers to configuring the Palm handheld itself.
Extend your wireless experience with the new Palm i705
PalmPower Magazine - February 2002
Palm has updated its Palm VII series wireless handhelds by introducing the sleak, attractive, and thoughtfully designed Palm i705. Contributing Editor Steve Niles takes a first look at this exciting new handheld and will introduce you to all the new features and functionality.
How the Palm i705 stacks up against the RIM BlackBerry
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - February 2002
The i705 is just the latest in a line of wireless handhelds that are sure to inspire excitement and interest in the corporate world. We were curious, though. How does the new Palm i705 stack up against one of the better-known competitor products, the RIM BlackBerry? Afterall, both devices are designed to wirelessly send and receive email. We asked Contributing Editor Steve Niles to dig in, and compare both, side-by-side. Read on for our first in-depth comparison between these two contenders.
What the heck is wireless data conferencing?
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - February 2002
As evidenced by the release of the Palm i705, a new breed of connected devices is about to change the Palm OS landscape and lead to both new users and new software. Customers are beginning to seek applications that include a different level of connectivity. In this article from our sponsor, you'll learn how Cutting Edge Software is taking the lead in developing the next generation of business-focused applications, starting with Quickoffice Conference Edition, which enables wireless data conference session participants to exchange information and share files between multiple users and even connect to data-logging machines or databases in real-time.
Palm i705: a fresh new way to bring wireless connectivity to the enterprise
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - February 2002
Palm has updated its Palm VII series wireless handhelds by introducing the sleak, attractive, and thoughtfully designed Palm i705. Contributing Editor Steve Niles takes a first look at this exciting new handheld and will introduce you to all the new features and functionality.
Another look at Xircom's 802.11b Wireless LAN Module
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
Since this issue of PalmPower's Enterprise Edition is devoted to wireless networking, Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz figured it'd be valuable to take a look at one of the newer and more interesting products to reach the market: the Xircom 802.11b Wireless LAN Module. In his review, he shares his own experiences using this wireless solution and provides new insights.
Which wireless is which?
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
A number of wireless solutions exist to connect your Palm handheld to both the Internet and other pieces of hardware. The various technologies differ in terms of functionality and reach. Contributing Editor Steve Niles has takes a detailed look at Bluetooth, 802.11b, and wide range wireless solutions to give you an idea when and where you might need each one.
How to save 90% on business travel using your handy Palm handheld
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
In today's challenging economy, cost cutting has become more and more necessary. Many companies have cut down drastically on business travel, but if you are going to be traveling on business, one way you can do your part is to keep an eye on what you spend. In this timely article by Editor-in-Chief David Gewirtz, you'll learn how using a Palm wireless handheld may be able to save you up to 90% on your business travel communications costs.
What wireless is what? A survey of wireless products
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
What type of hardware do you need to make your Palm handheld wireless. There are a number of different solutions out there, and Contributing Editor Steve Niles has broken them down in this useful article for anyone weighing their wireless options.
Wirelessly connect to your LAN with SeriaLynx
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
Lynx System Developers has recently introduced SeriaLynx, a communication device designed to provide an interface between Serial Data communication devices and Ethernet networks. Contributing Editor Steve Niles has named SeriaLynx PalmPower's Enterprise Edition Product of the Month for this special wireless issue.
802.11b, Bluetooth, wireless modems, why not infrared?
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - December 2001
When you start to make the wireless decision for your company, you'll no doubt consider solutions such as 802.11, Bluetooth, and other new technologies. However, you'll also want to remember to keep infrared on the list. In this article, James Fisher, founder and CEO of Bluefish Wireless, will remind you of the many strong advantages of infrared connectivity, a technological staple of handheld computers both old and new.
Review your online accounts wirelessly with MyInfo
PalmPower Magazine - October 2001
Completing his look at the MyPalm portal, Ray Rischpater reviews MyInfo, a handy service that lets you access financial and travel account summaries from the Web or your wireless Palm handheld.
Connect to your network with the Xircom Wireless LAN Modem for the Palm m500 series
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - September 2001
Imagine you're in a conference room, just you, your Palm m500, and 20 of your closest friends. You're asked a question about the very latest inventory levels and without blinking, without getting up, and without wires, you're able to download up-to-the-minute information to your Palm handheld. That's the promise of wireless LAN networking. Read this important article to find out if the reality lives up to the promise.
Was the SpringPort Wireless Ethernet Module worth the wait?
PalmPower Magazine - July 2001
After spending over a year on pre-order, the Xircom Wireless Ethernet Module for Handspring Visors has finally arrived in the hands of Ray Rischpater, making him fully qualified to answer the question, "Was it worth the wait?" Find the answer in this review.
Wireless Palm handhelds provide animal control officers with information access
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - July 2001
All manner of government agencies are adopting Palm handhelds to improve the efficiency of their staffs. In this article, Megan Obrist offers one fascinating example by telling the story of how animal control officers in Lincoln, Nebraska are using wireless Palm VIIx handheld computers, Kodak PalmPix digital cameras, and a Web-based, back-end server to more effectively respond to the city's animal control needs.
Mobile file access outside the firewall
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - April 2001
Security is one of the big issues that naturally crops up whenever you talk about providing wireless access to corporate files. Recently we learned of a company called SkipWire that offers an external solution for wireless Palm distribution that exists outside of the corporate firewall. Naturally, we were fascinated, so we asked Deen Ferrell, Vice President of Business Development for SkipWire, to write about the potential applications of this technology and to provide us with some tips on how to best take advantage of the company's SkipStream service.
Internet World Wireless 2001 in review
PalmPower Magazine - March 2001
Associate Technical Editor Theo Durst was on the floor at this year's Internet World Wireless 2001 show in New York City and has turned in a report that demonstrates the maturation of the wireless industry as developers have moved beyond the novelty factor and started producing applications that provide real solutions to real problems.
Wireless solutions for healthcare professionals
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - March 2001
There's a vast amount of health information and resources available for Palm device users. Steve Niles surveys some of the cool Palm Query Applications and AvantGo mobile channels available today to assist health professionals and consumers.
Do legal research on the go with Westlaw Wireless
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - February 2001
We've covered a great number of useful legal applications for your Palm device, but in this article, Steve Niles takes a more in-depth look at what can be done with West Group's Westlaw Wireless, a popular online business and legal research tool you can now access using a wirelessly enabled Palm device.
Wireless dominates this year's PalmSource
PalmPower Magazine - January 2001
Fredlet has returned safely from this year's PalmSource convention, and we're pleased to bring you her report on all the latest Palm-related happenings in Santa Clara.
Wacky PQAs that make you wonder
PalmPower Magazine - December 2000
Kathy Burns has been looking at a lot of Palm Query Applications lately and has discovered that there's a good number of them that just don't make sense. In this article, she takes a comical look at some of the weirder PQAs available for you Palm VII series users.
The best of the PQAs
PalmPower Magazine Enterprise Edition - November 2000
With all the Palm Query Applications available, it can be tough to decide which ones to choose. Kathy Burns makes your decision a little easier by picking out the best PQAs around for financial information, news, reference, travel, communication, and shopping.
Peacemaker brings cross-OS communication
Pocket PC Life Magazine - September 2000
It's easy for Pocket PC users to feel left out of the game when they see their Palm device-using friends gleefully beaming information back and forth via the devices' IR ports. But now there's an easy way for you to get into the action, too. Gregory Lea reviews Peacemaker, a handy application that allows Pocket PCs to communicate with competing OS devices.
Developing a Palm VII PQA that reads data from a Domino database
PalmPower Magazine - December 1999
The Palm VII is a very cool device. But to get data into it, a special Palm Query Application (PQA) must be written. In this important article, Bruce Elgort shows you how you can write your very own PQA. But that's not all. If you use Lotus Domino, Bruce shows you how you can download Domino information directly into your Palm VII via a PQA of your own construction. Slick!
How to use Ethernet with Windows CE
Pocket PC Life Magazine - April 1999
Have you ever thought of using your Windows CE device as an FTP server? How about as a news reader? Have you gone truly geeky and dreamt of turning your handheld computer into a terminal on a UNIX box? Craig Peacock has. In fact, Craig has used his Windows CE device in lots of new and exciting ways now that he's connected via Ethernet. In this important and timely article, Craig give you step-by-step instructions on how you too can connect your Windows CE device to an Ethernet network. If you want to learn how to pump data at nearly 200 times the speed of a 56K modem (not to mention all the other cool uses of Ethernet), you should read this article right now.
Pager Card for the PalmPilot
PalmPower Magazine - April 1998
There's an important add-on coming for your PalmPilot: the Pager Card. At PalmPower we like to bring you articles by the key people involved in important projects. We've scored another coup. Steve Shapiro, a senior manager on the Pager Card team at Motorola tells us all about the Pager Card and how it will help you stay connected no matter where you are.
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