Mobile Computing

Mobile computing refers to the ability to use the Internet and other computer-related features without having to be stationed at or plugged into a specific location. Bluetooth (a type of personal area network, or PAN) and Infrared Data Association (IRDA), which establishes communication between remote devices, are among the two types of technology that make mobile computing possible. Some devices you can use for... Read more >

Wireless Services

Once you have purchased a computer, cell phone or other electronic device equipped with wireless Internet capabilities, finding a service is the next step. As you start shopping around for wireless services, ask yourself the following questions to help you narrow down possible service providers: Do I want to sign a contract committing to a particular service for a set period of time, or do I prefer a service... Read more >

Cell Phones

Cell phones are used primarily for wireless, mobile communication, but technological advances are making it more and more common for cell phones to be used to take pictures, search the Internet, send e-mail and text messages, watch videos, receive news updates and more. A number of people are now even personalizing their mobile phones with accessories and customization options, such as: personalized ringtones... Read more >

Bluetooth Devices

Bluetooth technology allows cell phones, computers and other electronic devices to easily and quickly connect and exchange information through a short-range wireless connection. Bluetooth allows people to coordinate mobile and fixed computer devices. Bluetooth devices can operate almost anywhere, which makes them extremely helpful and convenient, especially for people on-the-go.   Computer keyboards... Read more >

Wireless Networking

These days, it seems as though more and more people are taking the office with them no matter where they may go. You see business-savvy people checking their e-mail at airports, students researching papers while sipping coffee at the local café and busy moms checking their little ones' schedules on hand-held electronic devices at the mall. These on-the-go people don't need to be chained to the desk to work... Read more >

Standards and Laws

Bluetooth technology was designed with security and privacy protection in mind. While Bluetooth standards have, by and large, prevented significant privacy issues, hackers have managed to capitalize on some system vulnerabilities.Terms such as "bluejacking," "bluesnarfing" and "blue bugging" have been developed to describe various security vulnerabilities, and Bluetooth users should understand how Bluetooth... Read more >

CDMA

Have you been to a cell phone store lately? Salespeople throw out all kinds of terms and acronyms to try and close deals. One term you might be hearing a lot these days is "CDMA." CDMA, also known as code division multiple access, allows more cell phone users to access a given area of bandwidth. Read on to learn more about CDMA. How CDMA Works One way people explain CDMA technology is by comparing cell phone... Read more >

GSM

The Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) is a protocol for handling voice and data transfer over mobile phone networks. GSM is the most widely used mobile phone network standard in the world. Its widespread use makes it easy for people to use their existing phones on multiple networks in different nations.   History of GSM The Global System for Mobile Communication was established in Europe in... Read more >