Enterprise mobility management strategy
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					22 Sep 2021
					
									
										  Mobile device management vs. mobile application managementMobile device management and mobile application management do different things but also overlap. Knowing their differences is important. Continue Reading By- Reda Chouffani, Biz Technology Solutions
 
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					28 May 2021
					
									
										  MDM vs. MAM: What are the key differences?Mobile workers are productive and even essential to business success. But IT has to protect corporate apps and data -- as well as worker privacy -- via MDM, MAM or both. Continue Reading 
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                29 Feb 2024
                  mobile deviceA mobile device is essentially a portable, handheld computer that enables users to access information, perform tasks and connect with other people and devices. Continue Reading 
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                23 Jan 2024
                  BYOD (bring your own device)BYOD (bring your own device) is a policy that enables employees in an organization to use their personally owned devices for work-related activities. Continue Reading By- Kinza Yasar, Technical Writer
- Reda Chouffani, Biz Technology Solutions
 
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                29 Nov 2023
                  endpoint deviceAn endpoint device is an internet-capable computer hardware device on a TCP/IP network. Continue Reading By
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                15 Nov 2023
                  app wrapping (application wrapping)App wrapping (application wrapping) is applying a management layer to an existing mobile app. It is typically done by an organization using third-party tools. App wrapping is done to increase an app's security, manageability and analytics. Continue Reading By
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                25 Sep 2023
                  sideloadingSideloading is the installation of an application on a mobile device without using the device's official application distribution method. Continue Reading 
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                18 Sep 2023
                  FaceTimeFaceTime is a proprietary video and audio calling service developed by Apple Inc., primarily used on iOS, iPadOS and macOS devices. Continue Reading By- Katie Terrell Hanna
- Margaret Jones, Executive Editor
 
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                15 May 2023
                  remote wipeRemote wipe is a security feature that allows a network administrator or device owner to send a command that remotely deletes data from a computing device. Continue Reading By- Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
- Ben Lutkevich, Site Editor
 
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                02 May 2023
                  mobile application development platform (MADP)A mobile application development platform (MADP) is a type of software that allows a business to rapidly build, test and deploy mobile apps for smartphones or tablets. Continue Reading By
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                03 Apr 2023
                  enterprise mobility management (EMM)Enterprise mobility management (EMM) is software that allows organizations to securely enable employee use of mobile devices and applications. Continue Reading By- Michael Goad, CDW
 
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                21 Feb 2023
                  mobile application management (MAM)Mobile application management (MAM) is software that secures and enables IT control over enterprise applications on end users' corporate and personal smartphones and tablets. Continue Reading By
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                06 Feb 2023
                  soft resetA soft reset is a restart of a device, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop or personal computer (PC). Continue Reading 
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                02 Feb 2023
                  push notificationPush notification, also called server push notification, is the delivery of information from a software application to a computing device without a specific request from the client. Continue Reading By
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                31 Oct 2022
                  predictive textPredictive text is an input technology that facilitates typing on a device by suggesting words the user may wish to insert in a text field. Continue Reading By- Ben Lutkevich, Site Editor
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                31 Mar 2022
                  device-agnostic (device agnosticism)Device agnosticism, or device-agnostic, is the capacity of a computing component to work with various systems without requiring any particular adaptations. Continue Reading 
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                07 Feb 2022
                  application sandboxingApplication sandboxing, also called application containerization, is an approach to software development and management and mobile application management (MAM) that limits the environments in which certain code can execute. Continue Reading By- Rahul Awati
- Margaret Jones, Executive Editor
 
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                01 Feb 2022
                  Microsoft StoreThe Microsoft Store -- formerly called the Windows Store -- is an online marketplace for consumers to buy and download a variety of items. Continue Reading By- Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
 
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                Feature
                22 Sep 2021
                  Mobile device management vs. mobile application managementMobile device management and mobile application management do different things but also overlap. Knowing their differences is important. Continue Reading By- Reda Chouffani, Biz Technology Solutions
 
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                Feature
                28 May 2021
                  MDM vs. MAM: What are the key differences?Mobile workers are productive and even essential to business success. But IT has to protect corporate apps and data -- as well as worker privacy -- via MDM, MAM or both. Continue Reading 
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                Guide
                14 Aug 2019
                  Enterprise mobility management software offerings and use casesIT professionals can use enterprise mobility management software to deploy mobile policies across a fleet of endpoints, so they should get to know the EMM tools in the market. Continue Reading By- John Powers, Senior Site Editor
 
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                08 Jun 2015
                  Let their powers combine: Use Intune, RemoteApp combo for virtual app deliveryMicrosoft Intune, App-V and RemoteApp all let you deliver apps to mobile devices, but no one approach is perfect. A combination of Intune and RemoteApp for virtual app delivery can work well. Continue Reading By
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                04 Jun 2015
                  The good, bad and ugly of Outlook apps for iOS and AndroidOutlook mobile applications for iOS and Android are here, but is that a good thing? Take a look at why users will love them and why IT might hesitate to endorse them. Continue Reading By- Eddie Lockhart, Site Editor
 
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                22 May 2015
                  Weighing pros and cons of mobile application managementRather than focusing on gaining access to users' devices, MAM puts the power squarely in IT's hands to protect mobile applications on any device. Continue Reading 
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                08 May 2015
                  Why you need mobile infrastructureIT shops need to invest in modern mobile infrastructure to meet the growing demands of mobility in the enterprise. Continue Reading By
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                Guide
                08 May 2015
                  Android device management: Everything you need to know in one guideThe Google Android mobile operating system runs on a wide variety of devices. Learn how IT can manage and secure such a diverse OS in the enterprise. Continue Reading 
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                30 Mar 2015
                  Setting standards for in-house app development and deliveryAs with anything, mobile application development goes best when IT comes in with a well-thought-out plan. Learn how to optimize your app dev and delivery process. Continue Reading 
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                Feature
                24 Mar 2015
                  Create apps that focus on end-user needs firstMany companies approach mobile app development backward and don't even realize it. Prioritizing user needs over business needs will breed better results. Continue Reading By
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                Tip
                11 Mar 2015
                  Get to know Android for Work profiles and productivity featuresNow that Android for Work is out, we dig into the features of the program’s work profiles and productivity apps. Continue Reading By
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                News
                19 Jan 2015
                  Affordable Apple MDM option emerges for IT on a budgetOne real estate services company needed device management and found JAMF's Bushel to be a cost-effective MDM for its Apple devices. Continue Reading 
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                Tip
                14 Jan 2015
                  Apple Device Enrollment Program streamlines deployment, MDMThe Apple Device Enrollment Program allows IT pros to automate deployment, and they can also preset mandatory MDM configurations out of the box. Continue Reading By- Lisa Phifer, Core Competence
 
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                Tip
                08 Jan 2015
                  Tablets and smartphones can be thin clients, tooThe experience of using a mobile device as a thin client has improved and it's no longer out of the question, but some pain points remain, such as connectivity and text entry. Continue Reading 
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                News
                21 Nov 2014
                  BlackBerry pins enterprise future on BES12, partnershipsBlackBerry's return to QWERTY keyboard devices and improvements to BES12 are steps in the right direction, but is it too little, too late for many IT shops that have already moved on? Continue Reading 
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                27 Aug 2014
                  VMware marries AirWatch, Horizon 6 in new Workspace SuiteAfter months of speculation, VMware Workspace Suite brings together VMware's EUC pieces in one place, not long after rival Citrix launched a similar platform. Continue Reading 
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                News
                16 May 2014
                  BlackBerry 10 open APIs extend MDM support without BESBlackBerry's move to open its BlackBerry 10 OS APIs to other MDM tools is a welcome one for IT shops that don't want to stick with BES. Continue Reading 
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                Tip
                12 May 2014
                  Five alternatives to Microsoft for mobile office applicationsThere are plenty of alternatives to Microsoft Office out there. Check out other mobile office apps that help you view and edit docs. Continue Reading 
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                07 May 2014
                  VMware may seek help to improve Unity TouchVMware might have to rely on another vendor to improve View's Unity Touch feature, which gives virtualized Windows a more mobile-friendly interface. Continue Reading By
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                Feature
                09 Apr 2014
                  Pros and cons of using secure containers for mobile device securityWith BYOD on the rise, IT needs to keep sensitive corporate information safe. Secure containers are one way to do that, but when’s best to use them? Continue Reading 
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                12 Feb 2014
                  App delivery techniques: Virtualization and Web-based appsWeb-based apps and mobile desktop virtualization are gaining traction as valid mobile app delivery techniques, but each option has specific use cases. Continue Reading 
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                05 Feb 2014
                  How to manage and modify SE AndroidSE Android protects against malware, but it can also block regular functions. You can modify SE Android settings to re-enable those apps and features. Continue Reading 
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                Answer
                08 Nov 2013
                  Can I plug a USB drive into a phone with a micro-USB connector?This week, our expert answers a question on how to connect a phone or tablet to a USB drive with a micro-USB connector. Continue Reading 
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                04 Sep 2013
                  Everything you need to know about developing mobile appsDeveloping mobile apps for your users can help them be more productive, but before you start building apps, learn about the different kinds. Continue Reading By- Margaret Jones, Executive Editor
 
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                06 Aug 2013
                  BMC's Partnerpedia acquisition to yield unified enterprise app storeBMC, RES Software and other vendors offer enterprise app stores akin to Apple's Mac App Store to deliver apps and services to corporate employees . Here's how. Continue Reading By- James Furbush, TechTarget
 
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                01 Aug 2013
                  Microsoft Office Mobile now available for AndroidIn June, Microsoft released Office Mobile for iPhone, and now the software is available for Android. The app has a user-friendly interface, but has limited editing capabilities. Continue Reading - 
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                10 Jul 2013
                  Apple iOS devices and VDI: Connecting the cult and the corporationIf your organization wants to access virtual desktops from Apple iOS devices, keep these tips in mind to make the transition smooth. Continue Reading 
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                Tip
                12 Jun 2013
                  Pros and cons of mobile device management softwareThere are some security gaps that MDM can't fill, but mobile device management software is still a must for many companies. Continue Reading By
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                News
                24 May 2013
                  Citrix XenMobile combines MDM, MAM, file-sharing for mobile managementCitrix users say the company's unified enterprise mobility management product, XenMobile, may make it easier to deliver business applications to on-the-go users. Continue Reading By
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                24 Apr 2013
                  What exactly is included in the Microsoft VDA license cost?The Virtual Desktop Access license lets users remotely access Windows from more types of devices, but it costs more than Software Assurance. Continue Reading By
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                News
                15 Apr 2013
                  Facebook Home now available for downloadAndroid users can now download Facebook Home, the new software platform that makes smartphones more Facebook-centric, from the Google Play store. Continue Reading - 
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                05 Apr 2013
                  Microsoft finally updates SkyDrive for iOSAfter a dispute with Apple, Microsoft has finally released updates to its SkyDrive app for iOS, which include support for the iPhone 5 and iPad Mini. Continue Reading - 
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                02 Apr 2013
                  Mobile application delivery: How to do it and what to beware ofMobile application delivery is a tough nut to crack. Every delivery option has drawbacks, such as cost, connectivity and user experience. Continue Reading By- Margaret Jones, Executive Editor
 
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                15 Mar 2013
                  Q&A: Citrix discusses enterprise mobility management challenges, goalsCitrix discusses the company's mobile enablement strategy and how anyone with an app and Amazon Web Services can disrupt legacy technology vendors. Continue Reading By- James Furbush, TechTarget
 
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                15 Mar 2013
                  Apps for tablets will outsell smartphone apps by 2018Smartphone apps will outsell their tablet counterparts by a two-to-one margin in 2013, but tablet apps will overtake the market by 2018, ABI research says. Continue Reading - 
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                14 Mar 2013
                  write once, run anywhere (WORA)Write once, run anywhere (WORA) is a term that refers to a particular program's supposed ability to run on all common OSs (operating systems). The term, sometimes also expressed as write once, run everywhere (WORE), was originally coined by Sun Microsystems in reference to Java. Continue Reading 
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                28 Feb 2013
                  Vendors unveil new MDM software options at MWCSamsung and Fixmo debuted dual-persona software for Android and iOS devices, respectively, and SAP announced a new mobile document management system at Mobile World Congress. Continue Reading - 
                Tip
                28 Jan 2013
                  Comparing mobile operating systems' manageability and securityEach of the popular mobile operating systems has different security and management features. Compare them to see which ones might fit in your company. Continue Reading By- Lisa Phifer, Core Competence
 
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                09 Jan 2013
                  Comparing mobile operating systems and application environmentsEach mobile operating system has a different application environment, but that could be more of an advantage for businesses than a detriment. Continue Reading By
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                03 Jan 2013
                  Android Factory ResetAndroid Factory Reset is a feature that erases all device settings, user data, third-party applications, and associated application data from an Android device’s internal flash storage to return the device to the condition it was in when shipped from the factory. Continue Reading By- Lisa Phifer, Core Competence
 
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                20 Nov 2012
                  Top five mobile application vulnerabilitiesDevices are often blamed for insecurities, but mobile app vulnerabilities are insidious. Make sure employees use common sense when they download apps. Continue Reading By
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                News
                08 Aug 2012
                  Nuance’s Nina gives Apple’s Siri a run for her moneyThe virtual assistant Nina from Nuance allows devs to add virtual assistant features to iOS and Android apps in addition to offering speech and voice recognition. Continue Reading - 
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                30 Jul 2012
                  Five consumerization sessions to look forward to at VMworld 2012In these five sessions, you'll learn about Project Octopus and preview the roadmaps for VMware View and Horizon. Continue Reading - 
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                13 Apr 2012
                  How an acceptable use policy and app control can improve BYOD successOrganizations that adopt BYOD should have an acceptable use policy to help with security and app control. When users know expectations and consequences, BYOD gets easier for IT. Continue Reading By- Lisa Phifer, Core Competence
 
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                Survey
                09 Apr 2012
                  Can RIM reinvent itself?With BlackBerry Mobile Fusion, Research In Motion wants to be a mobile device manager. Do you think it will succeed? Continue Reading 
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                27 Jan 2012
                  Cocoafish: Mobile apps made easierThe new Cocoafish mobile app infrastructure platform could help developers create in-house mobile apps without the need for more servers. Continue Reading - 
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                04 Jan 2012
                  Like us on FacebookGet our latest news and tips delivered straight to your news feed, and interact with other IT pros dealing with the consumerization of IT. Continue Reading 
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                02 Jan 2012
                  Why VDI on iPads isn’t the answerEmployees don’t want the Windows user experience on tablets, which is why VDI won’t lead to successful consumer device integration in the corporate world. Continue Reading - 
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                14 Dec 2011
                  MDM doesn’t equal BYODEven if your company has mobile device management software in place, it’s not a guarantee that a BYOD program will run smoothly. Continue Reading - 
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                09 Dec 2011
                  IT pros review BYO programsHow are companies handling the BYO movement? ConsumerizeIT has put together a list of BYO case studies to help IT professionals answer this burning question. Continue Reading - 
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                22 Nov 2011
                  Motorola tries to thwart BYODMotorola Solutions says BYOD is actually more expensive. But the thing is, consumerization isn’t just about cost. Continue Reading - 
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                09 Nov 2011
                  Adobe killing Flash for mobileAdobe will stop developing its Flash plug-in for smartphones and tablets, instead focusing on HTML5. Continue Reading - 
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                08 Nov 2011
                  VMware MVP and the emerging mobile virtualization eraMobile virtualization is taking hold, and VMware MVP allows IT pros to access work and personal data on one device. But the platform still has its limitations. Continue Reading By
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                08 Nov 2011
                  Costs loom large when it comes to enterprise mobilityLicensing, BYOD stipends and voice and data plans can all add costs for IT shops that embrace consumerization. Continue Reading - 
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                21 Oct 2011
                  Configuration profiles: An iPad administrator's best friendThe influx of iPads and other mobile devices into the enterprise may worry IT administrators, but configuration profiles allow for centralized management of iOS devices. Continue Reading By- Greg Shields, Concentrated Technology
 
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                13 Oct 2011
                  BYOD: It's about voice, tooBring-your-own device is growing, and so are the options for separating personal and business tasks on the same device. Continue Reading - 
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                01 Sep 2011
                  Creating a fluid mobile platform strategy to manage mobile diversityA fluid mobile platform strategy helps enterprises manage the growing diversity of smart devices including tablets. Continue Reading 
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                27 Jun 2011
                  Mobile device strategy bypassed as enterprises face tablet invasionThe tablet invasion has many enterprises rushing to accommodate end-user demand and bypassing a mobile device strategy to deal with mobile security and policies on an ad hoc basis. Continue Reading By- Jack Gold, J.Gold Associates, LLC.
 
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                Tip
                12 Apr 2011
                  Does a mobile VDI platform make sense for your users?Mobile VDI isn't always a good fit. Ask these five questions to determine whether a mobile VDI platform makes sense for your users. Continue Reading 
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                24 Feb 2011
                  Accessing mobile unified communications with virtual desktopsRunning virtual desktops for mobile unified communications provides users across many platforms access to the same UC apps available on their laptops or desktops. Learn about the benefits and challenges of integrating virtual desktops, unified communications and mobile devices. Continue Reading By- John Burke, Nemertes Research
 
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                21 Feb 2011
                  Tablet security calls for mobile policy, controlling mobile appsTablet PCs are taking IT departments by storm, and security is top of mind. In this Q&A with industry expert Nick Arvanitis, you'll learn the importance of having a mobile policy and how to approach tablet and mobile security from the top down. Continue Reading By- Susan Fogarty, Senior Director
 
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                18 Jan 2010
                  Mobile device integration services: Choosing a mobile operating systemTo offer mobile device integration services, a solution provider must be able to recommend the right operating system for mobile devices. Depending on a customer's needs, a solution provider should be able to provide a mobile OS comparison and guide the customer toward the right mobile operating system. Continue Reading