Mobile Computing

Mobile computing is a generic term used to refer to a variety of devices that allow people to access data and information from where ever they are.

Mobile technology allows transmission of data, voice and video via a computer or any other wireless enabled device without having to be connected to a fixed physical link.

– Location Flexibility: Enables users to work from anywhere as long as there is a connection established.
– Enhanced Productivity: Users can work efficiently and effectively from whichever location they find comfortable. Enhancing their productivity level and decreasing travelling time from different locations or to the office
– Streamlining Business Processes: Business processes are now easily available through secured connections. Meetings, seminars and other informative services can be conducted using video and voice conferencing.

Mobile device is a generic term used to refer to a variety of devices that allow people to access data and information from where ever they are. There are a variety of mobile devices, some of the more popular devices include:

• Laptops
• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Wearable computers, such as the Apple Watch

Devices such as laptops, tablets and smartphones can hook into WiFi by choosing a WiFi network in the immediate vicinity.

Often referred to as a “hot spot, “WiFi can be found in offices, restaurants, institutions of higher learning, schools, recreational facilities, some public areas and also at home.