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    They may be a throwback, but keyboards are still the best way to input data on portables.

  • Managing handhelds: Policy, support and TCO

    Whether to move into handheld technology is a decision each organisation has to analyse and make for itself. Here are some topics to cover as you explore using and supporting handheld devices.

  • 10 myths of wireless

    If modern wireless mythology is to be believed, it won't be long before everything in the business world will be linked to the Internet and remotely controlled via mobile phone. It's time to come back to reality.

  • Is the Palm OS missing the multimedia boat?

    The Palm OS may be losing its mojo with software developers.

  • Apple and Microsoft out of sync

    Apple Computer on Thursday released the final version of its iSync synchronization software, in what could be seen as an attempt to trump new software coming next week from Microsoft.

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  • Managing handhelds: Policy, support and TCO

    Whether to move into handheld technology is a decision each organisation has to analyse and make for itself. Here are some topics to cover as you explore using and supporting handheld devices.

  • Mobility madness: Managing mobile devices

    Today's smart phones are less about ring tones and more about extending your corporate applications well and truly into the field. Say goodbye to the deskbound worker -- and hello to a potential data and security nightmare, warns David Braue.

  • Scaling up with mobile connectivity

    As your business grows, more and more of your network users are likely to want to connect remotely with a growing diversity of devices. The problem is how to make e-mail and other corporate resources accessible to those who need them while maintaining control and security.

  • Security with bite: 15 technologies tested

    In this special review, we round up the various authentication devices on the market.

  • Apple and Microsoft out of sync

    Apple Computer has released the final version of its iSync synchronisation software, in what could be seen as an attempt to trump new software coming next week from Microsoft.

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  • How Microsoft plans to take over your cell phone

    What's new on the cell phone front from Microsoft? Two new devices, code-named Stinger and Stirling. I got a sneak peek in a recent visit to Redmond, although the phones are being unveiled for the first time this week in France. My take? Stinger looks good, Stirling isn't much, and traditional PDAs (and the Palm OS) are still tough competitors.

  • Picking a handheld OS

    If you're pondering a PDA, take a quick peek at our purchaser's guide to the pocket OS scene.

  • PDA Priorities

    Which PDA is right for your business needs?

  • Is that a computer in your pocket? 6 mobile devices tested

    Choosing a portable computing device is getting trickier -- we take a variety of devices for a spin and weight up the pros and cons.

  • Apple and Microsoft out of sync

    Apple Computer on Thursday released the final version of its iSync synchronization software, in what could be seen as an attempt to trump new software coming next week from Microsoft.

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