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Feb 10, 2012

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DEFINITION: 1) A personal area network (PAN) is the interconnection of information technology devices within the range of an individual person, typically within a range of 10 meters. For example, a person traveling with a laptop, a personal digital assistant (PDA), and a portable printer could interconnect them without having to plug anything in, using some form of wireless technology. Typically, this kind of … Definition continues below.
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A Guide To Unified Communications sponsored by Azzurri WHITE PAPER: Access this whitepaper to learn more about the “what, why, who and how” of Unified Communications. Posted: 03 Jan 2012 \| Published: 03 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Collaboration \| Communications Networks \| Instant Messaging \| Instant Messaging Security \| IP Telephony \| Mobile Workers \| Social Networking \| Unified Messaging \| Videoconferences

The New Rules of Enterprise Mobility sponsored by Fiberlink WHITE PAPER: This white paper outlines the driving forces behind businesses establishing corporate application stores, the benefits of such an approach, and what to seek in a solution that supports this strategy. Posted: 04 Nov 2011 \| Published: 04 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Mobile Workers \| Remote Access Security \| Remote Access Software \| Remote Computing \| Remote Office Connectivity \| Remote Users \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security \| Wireless Telephones

Mobile Device Security Overview sponsored by BlackBerry EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide highlights the 3 components for solid mobile device security, top mobile operating systems and more. Posted: 29 Sep 2011 \| Published: 29 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Mobile Device Management \| Secure Content Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security \| Wireless Service Providers \| Wireless Services \| Wireless Telephones

Ovum: Business tips for using SMS and web chat sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com WHITE PAPER: Web chat and SMS offer ways for enterprises to broaden channel support and personalize customer service without spending on complex solutions. While both solutions offer business benefits via customer outreach and support capabilities, they are currently two separate solutions. Posted: 21 Oct 2011 \| Published: 21 Oct 2011 TOPICS: Communications Networks \| Communications Systems \| Networking \| Networking Hardware

The Scoop on the New CCNA and CCNP Specializations sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: There has been a lot of interest among students lately on the details surrounding the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) specializations and their relationship with the corresponding CCNP specializations. The purpose of this white paper is to put all the information about these into one concise reference document. Posted: 22 Sep 2009 \| Published: 22 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Certification Programs \| Configuration Management \| Routing \| Routing Protocols \| Training \| Training and Educational Services \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security

Mobile Wireless (Cellular) Standards sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: When it comes to understanding mobile wireless (cellular) standards, things can get confusing. There are two significant global cellular standards that are in use today. Mobile handsets, including smartphones, usually are designed to support one or the other. This white paper will help you better understand cellular standards. Posted: 25 Jan 2010 \| Published: 25 Jan 2010 TOPICS: CDMA \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| PDA \| PDA Operating Systems \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Networks

MicroScope - February 2012: A special issue looking at the opportunities for resellers in the networking market sponsored by MicroScope EZINE: A special eZine looking at the opportunities for resellers in the networking market. Posted: 10 Feb 2012 \| Published: 10 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Communications Hardware \| Communications Networks \| Communications Software \| Network Appliances \| Network Applications Software \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Network Service Providers \| Networking

The Case for Real-Time Networking sponsored by Avaya WHITE PAPER: Many trends are defining and shaping the IT landscape which collectively will impact the way future network architectures need to be planned. Real-time networking is one option to be ready for the changes that are here and on the way. Posted: 02 Dec 2011 \| Published: 02 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Communications Networks \| Data Center Networking \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Performance \| Networking \| Real Time Operating Systems

Cloud rEvolution: A Workbook for Cloud Computing in the Enterprise sponsored by CSC WHITE PAPER: This white paper will get you up to speed on all aspects of cloud computing. It will help you examine cloud opportunities, review potential issues, and consider where and how specific information should be processed in your organization. Check out this white paper to learn more. Posted: 17 Nov 2010 \| Published: 17 Nov 2010 TOPICS: Application Outsourcing \| Business Service Management \| Cloud Computing \| Infrastructure Management \| Infrastructure Services \| IT Infrastructure \| IT Management \| IT Systems \| Platform as a service \| Software as a Service

The Ultralight Branch sponsored by Aerohive Networks WHITE PAPER: Access this whitepaper to learn more about enterprise connections and how ultralight branches can help keep users connected from multiple, small locations. Posted: 08 Dec 2011 \| Published: 08 Dec 2011 TOPICS: 802.11 \| 802.11a \| 802.11b \| 802.11g \| 802.11n \| Cloud Computing \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Computing \| LAN \| Mobile Workers \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Security \| VoIP \| VPN \| WAN \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security \| Wireless WAN \| WLAN

PAN DEFINITION (continued): … personal area network could also be interconnected without wires to the Internet or other networks.Also see wireless personal area network (WPAN) which is virtually a synonym since almost any personal area network would need to function wirelessly. Conceptually, the difference between a PAN and a wireless LAN is that the former tends to be centered around one person while the latter is a local area network (LAN) that is connected without wires and serving multiple users. 2) In another usage, a personal area network (PAN) is a technology that could enable wearable computer devices to communicate …
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