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ALSO CALLED: Wireless Networking, Mobile Computing, Mobile Enterprise, and Portable Computing
DEFINITION: Nomadicity is the tendency of a person, or group of people, to move with relative frequency. Leonard Kleinrock and others have written of the need to support today's increasingly mobile workers with nomadic computing, the use of portable computing devices and, ideally, constant access to the Internet  … 
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When Corporate Network Safety Starts at Employees' Homes: Protecting Your Network from Home Wireless Hackers
sponsored by WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper covers eight essential tips for nailing down security for off-site wireless users. Share it with your remote users today to help them work from home safely.
Posted: 02 Jul 2009 | Published: 01 Aug 2008
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Choosing an Enterprise-Class Wireless Operating System: A Comparison of Blackberry, iPhone, and Windows Mobile
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: Security considerations remain the single biggest limitation to more aggressive expansion of wireless device usage in many enterprises. This paper will explore some of the key criteria necessary in a mobile OS so that enterprise use of the device will not compromise the integrity of the company's security.
Posted: 18 Jun 2009 | Published: 18 Jun 2009
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Pacing the LTE Transition IT Briefing
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
IT BRIEFING: In this IT briefing - taken from the SearchTelecom.com podcast - Tom Nolle looks at the drivers causing telecom operators to deploy LTE for their 4G wireless networks and how different geographic and customer requirements should influence their decisions.
Posted: 15 Jun 2009 | Published: 15 Jun 2009
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HP Network Solutions
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
VIDEO: This two-minute video highlights the advantages of HP Network solutions, including Data Center Networking, Unified Communications, as well as Wireless and Mobility communication.
Posted: 15 Jun 2009 | Premiered: 15 Jun 2009
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The CIO's Guide to Fixed Mobile Convergence
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: Organizations seeking solutions that provide high-performance access while addressing security needs can leverage fixed mobile convergence (FMC) systems to enhance communication. This document explores why your organization should implement an FMC solution, the benefits of FMC and considerations for methods of implementation.
Posted: 12 Jun 2009 | Published: 12 Jun 2009
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SIP Trunking Is Key to Accelerating Unified Communications Deployments
sponsored by Sprint
ANALYST REPORT: This report introduces the reader to Unified Communications and to SIP trunking and how it can play a key role in accelerating the deployment of UC. It also provides recommendations on how to evaluate SIP trunking providers and some thoughts for initial deployment.
Posted: 05 Jun 2009 | Published: 01 Feb 2009
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Seamless Communications: Simplicity, Efficiency, and Transparency Achieved Through Integrated Wireline and Wireless Services
sponsored by Sprint
WHITE PAPER: This IDC White Paper provides analysis of the convergence between wireline and wireless technologies and the opportunities this evolution offers to enterprises looking to reduce costs, minimize complexity, and improve worker productivity.
Posted: 05 Jun 2009 | Published: 01 Mar 2009
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The potential ROI of a remote support solution via the SaaS model
sponsored by Citrix Online - GotoAssist
WEBCAST: This webcast will address the real dollar savings of using this model and the potential for ROI.
Posted: 04 Jun 2009 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Selecting a remote support solution to meet your needs
sponsored by Citrix Online - GotoAssist
PODCAST: In this podcast, our expert offer tips on selecting the right vendor, solution and service to meet your remote support needs.
Posted: 04 Jun 2009 | Premiered: 04 Jun 2009
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Successful Mobile Deployments Require Robust Security
sponsored by Lopez Research
WHITE PAPER: Now that mobility has become an integral part of an enterprise's infrastructure, IT must now support and secure these mobile devices. Read this whitepaper to find out the unique security requirements that these mobile devices create and the three components of mobile security protection.
Posted: 20 May 2009 | Published: 20 May 2009
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Unified Communications Pocket Guide
sponsored by ShoreTel
EGUIDE: This guide is intended for both IT staff, voice system managers, as well as CIOs. It describes the issues decision makers need to understand as they set out to build a winning unified communication strategy.
Posted: 20 May 2009 | Published: 19 May 2009
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IP Telephony from A-Z - The Complete IP Telephony eBook
sponsored by ShoreTel
EBOOK: Check out this comprehensive eBook to discover the ins and outs of IP telephony system selection, deployment, and management.
Posted: 19 May 2009 | Published: 31 Dec 2007
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The State of Telecommunications: Wireless Gains Momentum-- Examining the Trends
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: As IT technology continually improves in power and functionality, an organization must transform its network to take maximum advantage of these improvements or risk significant loss in competitive edge. Read this paper to learn how Motorola helps companies prepare for the future.
Posted: 11 May 2009 | Published: 11 May 2009
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iAnywhere Mobile Office Trial
sponsored by Sybase, Inc.
SOFTWARE DEMO: Download this free trial and extend Lotus Domino or Microsoft Exchange to a variety of mobile devices, including iPhone, Windows Mobile and Symbian. With on-device security, wireless email and business process mobilization, you'll be able to test the key features that provide the foundation for a company's "mobile inbox of the future."
Posted: 11 May 2009 | Published: 11 May 2009
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Motorola's Wireless Broadband Indoor/Outdoor Solution
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: With a Wi-Fi network, businesses can increase the efficiency of their mobile employees resulting in increased ROI and greater profitability. This document highlights two specific indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi network configurations based on Motorola's MOTOMESH Duo product solution.
Posted: 28 Apr 2009 | Published: 02 Apr 2009
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IT Briefing: Managing the Mobile User -- Best Practices for Technology and People
sponsored by Orange Business Services
IT BRIEFING: The purpose of this IT Briefing is to help you overcome some of the common hurdles of mobile management and implement a mobile strategy that will put your company where it needs to be, a mobile strategy that will follow all the issues that relate to IT going forward.
Posted: 22 Apr 2009 | Published: 22 Apr 2009
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Long Term Evolution (LTE): A Technical Overview
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper describes the system architecture and performance objectives of the next generation access-network technology being developed by 3GPP. We also discuss how mobility is handled in the new system. Motorola's role in this enhancement of 3GPP LTE technology was also explained.
Posted: 22 Apr 2009 | Published: 31 Dec 2007
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LTE Operations and Maintenance Strategy - Using Self-Organizing Networks to Reduce OPEX
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: While controlling CAPEX costs remains an important issue for mobile operators, OPEX costs have become a more significant part of operators' cost structure. This paper will examine how the operations and maintenance strategies for LTE infrastructure management must be changed in order to meet the OPEX expectations of LTE operators.
Posted: 13 Apr 2009 | Published: 13 Apr 2009
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Best Practices for Managing Your BlackBerry Environment
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: This reference document will provide you with detailed information on how to effectively manage your BlackBerry Enterprise Server architecture.
Posted: 18 Mar 2009 | Published: 18 Mar 2009
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Integrating mobility into a Notes Infrastructure
sponsored by BlackBerry
EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE: This e-guide offers expert information that Lotus Notes administrators should consider when deploying mobile devices in the Lotus Notes environment and other issues that may arise from deployment.
Posted: 15 Mar 2009 | Published: 15 Mar 2009
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RFID Basics for Retailers
sponsored by Intermec
WHITE PAPER: This white paper illuminates RFID by providing an overview of RFID technology; describing the current status of relevant RFID standards initiatives; illustrating how RFID can be integrated to enhance existing wireless LAN, bar code and mobile computing systems; and providing guidance for selecting and planning RFID pilots and implementations.
Posted: 04 Mar 2009 | Published: 04 Mar 2009
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Wireless Broadband Solutions for Service Providers
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
DATA SHEET: Motorola's wi4 Fixed Point-to-Multipoint Canopy residential and enterprise solutions enable service providers to gain important new revenue streams - as well as maximize end user satisfaction - by delivering high-speed wireless connectivity faster, easier and more cost-effectively to both residential and business customers.
Posted: 02 Mar 2009 | Published: 02 Mar 2009
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Blackberry Enterprise Server for Novell GroupWise
sponsored by BlackBerry
PRODUCT LITERATURE: The collaboration client that was previously named BlackBerry® Instant Messaging for Novell® GroupWise® Messenger is now named the BlackBerry® Client for Novell® GroupWise® Messenger.
Posted: 27 Feb 2009 | Published: 25 Feb 2009
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Blackberry Professional Software Boosts Productivity of Manufacturer's Mobile Marketing Representatives
sponsored by BlackBerry
CASE STUDY: Absolute Brilliance installed BlackBerry Professional Software and realized immediate productivity improvements among head office staff and within their mobile marketing team.
Posted: 26 Feb 2009 | Published: 26 Feb 2009
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Courier Company Uses Blackberry Solution to Help Reduce Operational Costs and Improve Customer Service
sponsored by BlackBerry
CASE STUDY: In order to monitor and manage a workforce of independent drivers, the BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution was matched with Air-Trak, a solution that allows companies to track deliveries and receive almost instant updates on driver locations. Read on to discover how this improved operations for a mid-size courier company.
Posted: 26 Feb 2009 | Published: 26 Feb 2009
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WIRELESS COMPUTING DEFINITION (continued): …  and data on other computers. Standards such as the IETF's Mobile IPv6 standards and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) can be said to support nomadic computing.According to Kleinrock, the goal of nomadic computing is to enable a consistent experience for users anywhere in the world, including as they travel from one place to another. A nomadic environment is said to be one that is transparent to the user, regardless of location, the device and platform they're using, the available bandwidth, … 
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