Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure
Mobile backend as a service is a cloud computing architecture that provides mobile applications with the resources they need to run. See complete definition.
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A Guide to Successful Mobile App Development and Deployment
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Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure News
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June 13, 2019
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Jun'19
Intel's Project Athena aims to improve mobile PC standards
Intel's multi-year plan to improve PCs focuses first on improving battery life and connectivity capabilities. But analysts warn that Intel could fall into the over promise and under deliver trap.
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May 14, 2019
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May'19
Dell Latitude PCs get redesign with IT, mobile workforce in mind
Dell's Latitude PCs get a new look and new features that could make it easier for IT admins to support a mobile workforce, according to analysts.
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February 08, 2019
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Feb'19
Samsung's 1 TB internal phone storage means headaches for IT
Samsung's new embedded Universal Flash Storage brings 1 TB of potential problems for IT.
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October 10, 2018
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Oct'18
IT must beware Apple DEP issues with authentication
IT admins can expose an organization to a variety of threats while using Apple DEP if they're not careful. But there are ways to sidestep a DEP security issue that could be problematic.
Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure Get Started
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LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) is a software protocol for enabling anyone to locate data such as organizations, individuals and other resources such as files and devices in a network -- whether on the public internet or on a corporate ... Continue Reading
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smartphone
A smartphone is a cellular telephone with an integrated computer and other features not originally associated with telephones, such as an operating system, web browsing and the ability to run software applications. Continue Reading
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Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) - sometimes called Multimedia Messaging System - is a communications technology developed by 3GPP (Third Generation Partnership Project) that allows users to exchange multimedia communications between capable ... Continue Reading
Evaluate Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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How can an enterprise mobile VPN fit into a mobility plan?
Organizations that need to secure mobile users and provide remote access to corporate resources should consider an on-premises or cloud-hosted mobile VPN to support mobile users. Continue Reading
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What are the benefits of Apple Business Manager?
IT should learn the benefits of Apple Business Manager to decide if the program's configuration and monitoring services are a worthwhile supplement to existing MDM or EMM tools. Continue Reading
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Pros and cons of smartphone sensor data analysis
With the help of smartphone sensor data, IT can learn about its users' behaviors and improve operations and workflows, but collecting this data has some notable risks as well. Continue Reading
Manage Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Enterprise mobile compliance is critical but often neglected
Most organizations have compliance policies for PCs and laptops, but oftentimes they neglect or don't pay enough attention to compliance on mobile devices. Continue Reading
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How to track mobile app performance metrics
Developers that don't track mobile app health will get little insight into the user experience. Learn these effective strategies to track and understand mobile app performance metrics. Continue Reading
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Mixed metadata, master data management process a must for mobile apps
The growing use of mobile devices by business users broadens the risk of data inconsistencies, a hazard that an integrated process for managing metadata and master data can help address. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Know when to allow mobile device backup
Mobile devices enrolled in MDM platforms should only be backed up in certain situations. Here's a rundown of what IT should allow in COPE, BYOD and COBO scenarios. Continue Reading
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What problems occur with Intune app protection for Outlook?
IT needs to configure settings a certain way to avoid problems when end users connect Outlook to Exchange Online. Here are steps to ensure that end users experience little friction. Continue Reading
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Pop quiz: Do you know the best mobile security techniques?
Do you know the significance of changing from a four-digit passcode to a six-digit one? Test all your IT knowledge on this mobile security quiz. Continue Reading