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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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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SIM card
A SIM card, also known as a subscriber identity module, is a smart card that stores identification information that pinpoints a smartphone to a specific mobile network. Continue Reading
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GSM (Global System for Mobile communication)
GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) is a digital mobile network that is widely used by mobile phone users in Europe and other parts of the world. Continue Reading
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LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol)
LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) is a software protocol for enabling anyone to locate organizations, individuals, and other resources such as files and devices in a network, whether on the public Internet or on a corporate intranet. 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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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
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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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How can organizations implement mobile app personalization?
Organizations that want to boost user engagement on a mobile app should use personalization. They can follow these steps to implement personalization effectively. Continue Reading
Manage Mobile data, back-end services and infrastructure
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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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
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Mobile technology drives edge computing forward
The shift toward edge computing is happening in organizations everywhere, and mobility is at the center of the evolution. IT shops can take advantage of life on the edge. 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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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
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Modern Mobility Innovation Awards: Four mobile projects triumph
The Modern Mobility Innovation Awards recognize four creative and successful enterprise mobile projects. These initiatives took advantage of everything from managed services to advanced app development techniques to mobile backend as a service. ... Continue Reading