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How did PDAs connect to the Internet?
Some early PDAs were able to connect to the Internet indirectly by means of an external modem connected via the PDA’s serial port or “sync” connector, or directly by using an expansion card that provided an Ethernet port.
What is the function of PDA?
A PDA is a handheld device that combines computing, telephone/fax, and networking features. A typical PDA can function as a cellular phone, fax sender, and personal organizer. Unlike portable computers, most PDAs began as pen-based, using a stylus rather than a keyboard for input.
How are PDAs used in business?
One organizational use of a PDA is to keep track of business contacts. By using the directory feature that most PDAs contain, you can create a portable address book of all of your most important clients, employees, and co-workers. A PDA can help you break free from your office directory.
How do you set up a PDA?
Perform the following steps:
- Connect your PDA to your computer.
- Click Launch, then choose Preferences -> Desktop Preferences -> PDA Devices to start the PDA Devices preference tool.
- Enter information about how the PDA connects to your computer in the Cradle Settings page.
What are the differences between PDAs and smart phones?
PDAs don’t connect to cellular networks and can’t provide the same range of connectivity that smartphones offer. PDAs and smartphones also use other forms of connectivity, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Smartphones are usually tied to a wireless carrier’s network, while PDAs are carrier-independent.
Do PDAs have cameras?
Three cameras are leading the pack for PDA users: Hewlett-Packard’s Pocket Camera for its Jornada hand-held, Kodak’s PalmPix for Palm devices and Blocks Products’ eyemodule2 for Handspring Visors. The Pocket Camera comes with software that allows users to view and manipulate their images on a desktop PC.
What is PDAs and what does it do?
PDAS is a Victorian statewide specialist service, based at Alfred Health. PDAS provides independent information on psychiatric medicines and other psychoactive substances to a broad customer base, including consultant psychiatrists, general practitioners, allied health professionals, consumers, carers, and other support organisations.
What is a personal digital assistant (PDA)?
The main purpose of a personal digital assistant (PDA) is to act as an electronic organizer or day planner that is portable, easy to use and capable of sharing information with your PC.
How can pdpdas help you?
PDAS can provide you with tailored information about mental health conditions and the medications available to help you and your treating team make informed decisions about choosing the right medicine.
How to protect sensitive data on a PDAs?
Sensitive data on PDAs should be encrypted, or the device itself should store minimal amount of data. A PIN should lock the device, and the device should offer remote wipe capability, which is the ability to remotely erase the device in case of loss or theft. Eric Conrad, Joshua Feldman, in CISSP Study Guide (Third Edition), 2016