Wireless vs mobile computing
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Wireless communication involves data transfer between devices without physical connections like wires. It includes technologies like cellular networks, radio, and satellite that allow continuous connection to a base network from mobile devices. Mobile computing uses untethered devices like laptops and smartphones that can access networks wirelessly or connect to a base location intermittently without needing to remain physically tethered.
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- 2. Wireless Communication “WIRELESS” refers to the method of transferring information b/w a computing device and a data source without a physical connection, i.e., without the help of wires, cables or any electrical conductor. Example – Between Personal Data Assistant (PDA) and an agency database server.
- 3. What is wireless computing ? Wireless communication --- Data communication without the use of landlines. It involves cellular telephone, two-way radio, laser or satellite communication… Types: IR communication, satellite communication, Broadcast radio etc. Here the computing device is continuously connected to the base network.
- 5. Mobile Communication “Mobile” refers to a computing device that is not restricted to a desktop. A mobile device allows the user to complete computing tasks without being connected or tethered to a network. Examples --- a PDA, ‘Smart’ cell phone, Web phone, Laptop computers…
- 6. What is mobile computing? Mobile or ‘Untethered’ computing --- The computing device is not continuously connected to the central or the base network. These devices may include PDAs, laptop computers, Smart phones…. They can communicate with a base location with or without wireless connection.