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Introduction
Mobile Computing

is an umbrella term used to describe technologies that enable people to access network services anyplace, anytime, and anywhere

> In recent years, distributed computer has become the norm, especially
after the advent of the internet. > Today, technological advances are shaping a new computing environment where the user is free from the need to work at a specific location, and is even enabled to work while on the move. > This new paradigm is often called MOBILE COMPUTING.

What Is Mobility ?
A device that moves > Between different geographical
locations

> Between different networks

> Between different applications Such as Palm-top, laptop, Cell phones

A device due to which mobile communication is possible > Modems

Mobile Compunting - Evolution

> Primitive Simple > Limited Capacity > Cumbersome > Unattractive

Sophisticated Powerful Complex Refined Elegant

Mobile Technology applications

The programs used in mobile devices like mobile phones, laptops, palm computers, etc. for internet connectivity and other computer related activities are called mobile computing applications.

Technical Design
First comes the Technical Design Issues, which consist of network design, capacity planning, response time calculations, data compression considerations, system availability design and security issues.

Transport
position and tracking via GPS vehicle data (e.g., from buses, high-speed trains) can be transmitted in advance for maintenance

Emergencies

> early transmission of patient data to the hospital, current status, first diagnosis

Mobile Technology applications

Traveling salesperson
> direct access to customer files stored in a central location > consistent databases for all agents/clients > mobile office

Entertainment, education

> outdoor Internet access > intelligent travel guide with up-to-date location dependent information > ad-hoc networks for multi user games

Healthcare

> Health Care Support

Mobile Computing Architecture

Programming languages used for mobile system software Operating system functions to run the software components onto the hardware Middleware components deployment Protocols and layers used for transmission and reception

Mobile Computing Devices

A carputer is a computing device installed in an automobile. It operates as a wireless computer, sound system, GPS, and DVD player. It also contains word processing software and is bluetooth compatible. Eg.police car have carputers known as mobile data terminals.
Laptop Computer

ThinkPad model: significant portable processing, operates independently of wireless infrastructure

Personal Digital Assistant [PDA] :

Somewhere between these extremes. a handhelddevice that combines computing, telephone/fax, Internet andnetworking features.

Multimedia Phones
> Mobile phone gaming > Enables users to play networked multiplayer games > Include cameras for still pictures and video recording. Some phones also offer picture-editing software which enable the user to edit, crop, and refine pictures on their cell phone handsets

> Possible to watch TV on a mobile phone using EDGE/EGPRS (3G) connectivity

Wireless Network Technology

> Wireless network refers to any type of computer network that is not connected by cables of any kind. > Wireless telecommunications networks are generally implemented and administered using a transmission system called radio waves. This implementation takes place at the physical level (layer) of the network structure.

Types of wireless connections

> Wireless PAN Wireless personal area n/ws interconnect devices within a relatively small area, that is generally within a person's reach. Eg.- Bluetooth. > Wireless LAN wireless local area network links two or more devices over a short distance using a wireless distribution method, usually providing a connection through an access point for Internet access.

Mobile devices networks

Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM): The GSM network is divided into three major systems: the switching system, the base station system, and the operation and support system

Personal Communications Service (PCS): PCS is a radio band that can be used by mobile phones in North America and South Asia.

D-AMPS: Digital Advanced Mobile Phone Service, an upgraded version of AMPS, is being phased out due to advancement in technology. The newer GSM networks are replacing the older system

Limitations
Insufficient bandwidth: Mobile Internet access is generally slower than direct cable connections, using technologies such as GPRS and EDGE and more recently 3G networks. Higher speed wireless LANs are inexpensive but have very limited range. Transmission interferences: Weather, terrain, and the range from the nearest signal point can all interfere with signal reception. Reception in tunnels, some buildings, and rural areas is often poor. Potential health hazards: People who use mobile devices while driving are often distracted from driving are thus assumed more likely to be involved in traffic accidents Human interface with device: Screens and keyboards tend to be small, which may make them hard to use. Alternate input methods such as speech or handwriting recognition require training

Summary Mobile computing ability to use the technology to wirelessly connect to and use centrally located information and/or application software through the application of small, portable, and wireless computing and communication devices voice, data and multimedia communication standards.