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10 ways to stay connected on the road

Overview Whether you need to catch up on a little work while you're on vacation or you routinely require mobile connectivity for your job, it's a good idea to know what technologies are available to help you stay in touch. Here's a look at some of your best choices.

These days, it's possible to stay connected from practically anywhere you happen to be. The trick is to determine the best technology for your needs and your situation. IT pro Deb Shinder offers this overview of 10 of your connectivity options, including:

Wi-Fi enabled laptops or handhelds
Pocket PC and smart phones with high speed Internet connectivity
Mobile satellite Internet
Cellular WAN service for laptops

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Publisher	TechRepublic	File Format	PDF
Date Published	February 2006	Downloads	5
Format	Downloads
Topics	Mobile - Wireless Communications

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