Handheld Computers Guide - What to Know When Purchasing Your New PDA by Donny Duncan
... The handheld computer revolution is dominating the mobile work force, and it's only a matter of time before they're as common as personal computers, and laptops. There are even schools that are now using them in the classroom, allowing them to do school work on. Handheld Computers are the future of mobile computingWhen Handheld Computers were first introduced, it was the mobile work force that took them as gold. An address book, calendar, notebook, word processor, and much more, all rolled ...

PDA Pocket PCs by Kristy Annely
... PDA stands for Personal Digital Assistant, a handheld device (small and light enough to be operated while it is held in the hands) that is typically used as a personal organizer. It has evolved into a more complicated computer-like gadget capable of performing a multiplicity of functions, such as serving as wireless communicators for sending and receiving data, faxes, and electronic-mail messages. The PDA concept was first introduced by Apple's MessagePad in 1993, and was later ...

The New Economy by Cynthia Kyriazis
... They are actually small, lightweight handheld computers that can also act as a clock, a calculator, an expense log with a variety of peripheral programs available to support them. PDAs consolidate information by putting it all in one place that is both compact and portable. With the push of a button, you can synchronize information in the PDA with your computer. Take advantage of programming. If you have features on your electronic equipment that enable you to set up speed dial or automatic ...

Basic Technology History by Tyler D Falls
... Finally computer research brought us smaller, more useful computers, and eventually the kinds of computers that we have today. First Laptops Invented:Although it is a little hard to determine what the first portable or laptop computer was, and when it was invented, we can however say that there is more than one claim to laptop fame. There was even signs of laptops dating back as early as 1979. Designed by a Briton, William Moggridge, for use by NASA in early 1980's.

On-line Weight Watchers Diet Helper for Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Mobile Phones by Laura Ciocan
... As the popularity of low-carb diets has lost ground throughout 2004 and sales have dropped, the company behind the Atkins Diet is planning to launch a similar product for mobile phones and handheld computers on the market. The product, available at the beginning of 2005, will be so affordable that it will be within the reach of any dieter. The application is a carbohydrate counter to help dieters track the carbohydrate contents of foods, as well as their own daily carb intake.

Technology...The Culprit and the Tool by Cynthia Kyriazis
... Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) are small, lightweight handheld computers. They store four critical types of information: 1) names/addresses 2) appointments 3) ‘to do’ lists and 4) notes. They can also act as a clock, calculator, expense log, camera…even a TV remote control. With speed, portability and ease of operation, PDAs put all of your time management elements in one place. Stop the repetition to save time Organizing and time management strategies encourage users to develop ...

Seven Things to Consider When Choosing a PDA by Jason Kohrs
... Now, the line between personal computer and personal digital assistant is blurred thanks to the advanced capabilities of these useful little devices. There are plenty of makes and models to choose from in the PDA market, and finding the right model to suit an individual’s needs can be a dizzying challenge. This Tech Tip will take a look at seven basic things to consider when choosing a PDA in an attempt to help simplify the process. Software The software on a PDA is capable of running ...