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• NANDroid backup

  NANDroid backups are typically created by Android device owners who have gained root access to their phone’s operating system in order to use aftermarket distributions of the Android OS. Continue Reading

• Test your iOS management and security expertise

  Apple has introduced more and more iOS management and security features for IT over the past couple years. How well do you understand the tools at your disposal? Continue Reading

• mobile payment (m-payment)

  Mobile payment is a point-of-sale transaction made through a mobile device. Continue Reading

• virtual mobile infrastructure (VMI)

  Virtual mobile infrastructure (VMI) is a delivery platform which does not require an application or operating system (OS) to run locally on a mobile device. Continue Reading

• What are the best ways to use tablets for business?

  As more enterprises begin to support tablets, many users find that the screen size and portability provides the right balance for common work-related tasks such as note taking. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • tvOS
  • remote wipe
  • LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
  • wireless ad-hoc network (WANET)

  • smartphone
  • consumerization of IT
  • Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
  • SIM card

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• How mobility changes the face of IT security

  Security fears dominate much of the discussion around enterprise mobility. How can businesses secure devices they don't own? How can they protect data created outside the firewall? This month’s cover story talks about new technologies born out of ...Continue Reading

• How much do you know about Android data security?

  Android is a popular mobile OS among consumers, but its well-known security gaps make many businesses pause. Test your knowledge of Android's data security.Continue Reading

• Simplify app management and deployment with MAM

  Mobile application management, or MAM, has emerged as the leading technology to deliver and manage enterprise applications on workers' smartphones, tablets and other personal mobile devices. MAM also helps ensure the secure use of enterprise ...Continue Reading

• IBM MobileFirst

  IBM MobileFirst is a group of products designed to simplify and accelerate mobile adoption by offering mobile application development and management in a single package.Continue Reading

• Mobile device policy guide: How BYOD policies help IT manage devices

  As companies embrace mobile devices, they should also introduce guidelines for their use. Learn about bring your own device and other policy types.Continue Reading

• Codeless development churns out simple in-house apps

  Not every company has the expertise on staff to meet all of its in-house app development needs through traditional app dev, but codeless development can help IT cover more ground.Continue Reading

• Android device management: Everything you need to know in one guide

  The Google Android mobile operating system runs on a wide variety of devices. Learn how IT can manage and secure such a diverse OS in the enterprise.Continue Reading

• Samsung KNOX

  Samsung KNOX is a set of enterprise mobility management services that offers mobile device and data protection and management. KNOX is available in three versions based on level of coverage. The two main services in the KNOX suite are Samsung KNOX ...Continue Reading

• How can IT benefit from the new iOS remote management UI?

  Poor communication between IT and users can hinder MDM enrollment. Apple is trying to ease employees' apprehension with its remote management UI feature.Continue Reading

• Five tips for managing guest wireless network access

  With the proliferation of mobile devices, guest access to enterprise networks is more common. IT can maintain security with tools such as identity management and per-session security keys.Continue Reading