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Themed Section: Engineering and Technology

A Study : Mobile Computing

Sweety*, Jabir Singh
Computer Science and Engineering,, Shanti Niketan College , Hisar, Haryana, India

ABSTRACT
Mobile computing is human–computer interaction which allows for transmission of data, voice and video via a
computer or any other wireless enabled device without having to be connected to a fixed physical link. Mobile
Computing is a technology in which a computer is expected to be transported during normal usage which includes
Mobile communication, Hardware, Software. In this paper, we will study about the concept of mobile computing
which involves Mobile communication, Hardware, Software. In this paper, we will discuss about some portable
computing devices.
Keywords: Mobile communication, Wireless network, Mobile Computing.

I. INTRODUCTION of mobile applications. The essence of mobile

computing is to be able to work from any location.
Mobile Computing is a technology that allows
transmission of data, voice and video via a computer or Mobile Communication
any other wireless enabled device without having to be The mobile communication refers to the infrastructure
connected to a fixed physical link. Access to to ensure that seamless and reliable communication
information sources worldwide is the wonderful goes on. These would include devices such as protocols,
invention of Internet. To change our perceptions of the services, bandwidth necessary to support the stated
Internet, different variety of wireless devices offering IP services. At this stage data format is also defined. It
connectivity, such as PDA’s, handhelds, and digital protect from collision with other existing systems which
cellular phones. Use of wireless devices is the beginning offer the same service .
to change basic usage of internet. Mobile computing
offers many advantages. Confident access to the Internet Mobile Hardware
anytime, anywhere will help free us from the ties that Mobile hardware includes mobile devices or device
bind us to our desktops. It provide tools to us for components. Mobile hardware includes mobile devices
internet availability to build new computing or device components that receive or access the service
environment where we go. This is especially convenient of mobility. They would range from portable laptops,
in a wire-less LAN office environment, where the smartphones, tablet Pc's, Personal Digital Assistants.
boundaries between attachment points are not sharp and These devices will have a receptor medium that is
are often invisible. In mobile networking, computing capable of sensing and receiving signals. They are
activities are not disrupted when the user changes the capable of sending and receiving signals at the same
computer’s point of attachment to the Internet. Mobile time, so these devices are configured to operate in full-
computing involves mobile communication, mobile duplex.
hardware, and mobile software. Mobile Communication
Mobile Software
include ad hoc networks and infrastructure networks as
well as communication properties, protocols, data Mobile software deals with the characteristics and
formats and concrete technologies. Mobile hardware requirements of mobile applications. Mobile software is
includes mobile devices or device components. Mobile the actual program that runs on the mobile hardware. It
software deals with the characteristics and requirements deals with the characteristics and requirements of
mobile applications. This is the engine of the mobile

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 device. In other terms, it is the operating system of the individual devices. The use of infrared and Bluetooth
appliance. It's the essential component that operates the connections enables these devices to always be
mobile device. synchronized. With PDA devices, a user can browse the
internet, listen to audio clips, watch video clips, edit and
II. METHODS AND MATERIAL
modify office documents, and many more services. The
device has a stylus and a touch sensitive screen for input
1. Classification of Mobile Computing and output purposes.
Since portability is the main factor, this type of Smartphones
computing ensures that users are not tied or pinned to a
single physical location, but are able to operate from This kind of phone combines the features of a PDA with
anywhere. It incorporates all aspects of wireless that of a mobile phone or camera phone. It has a
communications. With mobile computing one physical superior edge over other kinds of mobile phones.
location has been eliminated. We hear of terms such as Smartphones have the capability to run multiple
telecommuting, which is being able to work from home programs concurrently. These phones include high-
or the field but at the same time accessing resources as resolution touch screens, web browsers that can access
if one is in the office. The portability of these devices and properly display standard web pages rather than just
ensure and enable the users to access all services as if mobile-optimized sites, and high-speed data access via
they were in the internal network of their company. For Wi-Fi and high speed cellular broadband. The most
example, the use of Tablet PC and iPads. This new common mobile Operating Systems (OS) used by
technology enables the users to update documents, surf modern smartphones include Google's Android, Apple's
the internet, send and receive e-mail, stream live video iOS, Nokia's Symbian, RIM's BlackBerry OS,
files, take photographs and also support video and voice Samsung's Bada, Microsoft's Windows Phone. Such
conferencing. The use of iPads, tablets, smartphones, operating systems can be installed on different phone
and notebooks, have pushed the demand for these models, and typically each device can receive multiple
devices. Modern day workers have such devices that OS software updates over its lifetime.
enable them to carry out their work from the confines of Tablet PC and iPads
their own location. These devices are configured to This mobile device is larger than a mobile phone or a
access and store large amounts of vital data. Executive PDA and integrates into a touch screen and is operated
and top management can take decisions based on ready using touch sensitive motions on the screen. They are
information without going to the office. For example, often controlled by a pen or by the touch of a finger.
sales reports and market forecasts can be accessed They are usually in slate form and are light in weight.
through these devices or a meeting can take place via Examples would include ipads, Galaxy Tabs,
video or audio conferencing through these devices. With Blackberry Playbooks etc. They offer the same
such features being high in demand, manufacturers are functionality as portable computers. They support
constantly coming up with applications geared to mobile computing in a far superior way and have
support different services in terms of mobile computing. enormous processing horsepower. Users can edit and
Mobile computing is not only limited to mobile phones, modify document files, access high speed internet,
but there are various gadgets available in the market that stream video and audio data, receive and send e-mails,
are built on a platform to support mobile computing. attend/give lectures and presentations among its very
They are usually classified in the following categories – many other functions. They have excellent screen
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) resolution and clarity.
The main purpose of this device is to act as an
electronic organizer or day planner that is portable, easy 2. Principles of Mobile Computing Portability
to use and capable of sharing information with your Devices/nodes connected within the mobile computing
computer systems. PDA is an extension of the PC, not a system should facilitate mobility. These devices may
replacement. These systems are capable of sharing have limited device capabilities and limited power
information with a computer system through a process supply, but should have a sufficient processing
or service known as synchronization. Both devices will capability and physical portability to operate in a
access each other to check for changes or updates in the movable environment.

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 Connectivity them back into the system. It has also made it easier for
field officers and researchers to collect and feed data
This defines the Quality of Service (QoS) of the
from wherever they are without making unnecessary
network connectivity. In a mobile computing system,
trips to and from the office to the field.
the network availability is expected to be maintained at
a high level with the minimal amount of lag/downtime Entertainment
without being affected by the mobility of the connected
It's easy to access a wide variety of movies, educational
nodes.
and informative material. With the improvement and
Interactivity availability of high speed data connections at
The nodes belonging to a mobile computing system are considerable cost, one is able to get all the entertainment
connected with one another to communicate and they want as they browse the internet for streamed data.
collaborate through active transactions of data. One is able to watch news, movies, and documentaries
among other entertainment offers over the internet. This
Individuality
was not possible before mobile computing dawned on
A portable device or a mobile node connected to a the computing world.
mobile network often denote an individual; a mobile
Streamlining of Business Processes
computing system should be able to adopt the
technology to cater the individual needs and also to Business processes are now easily available through
obtain contextual information of each node. secured connections. Looking into security issues,
adequate measures have been put in place to ensure
III. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION authentication and authorization of the user accessing
the services. Some business functions can be run over
1. Major Advantages of Mobile Computing secure links and sharing of information between
business partners can also take place. Meetings,
Mobile computing has changed the complete viewpoint
seminars and other informative services can be
of our day-to-day life. Following are the major
conducted using video and voice conferencing. Travel
advantages of Mobile Computing −
time and expenditure is also considerably reduced.
Location Flexibility
This has enabled users to work from anywhere as long 2. Limitations
as there is a connection established. A user can work
without being in a fixed position. Their mobility ensures Range & Bandwidth
that they are able to carry out numerous tasks at the
same time and perform their stated jobs. Mobile Internet access is generally slower than direct
cable connections, using technologies such
Saves Time as GPRS and EDGE, and more recently
The time consumed or wasted while travelling from HSDPA, HSUPA, 3G and 4G networks and also the
different locations or to the office and back, has been upcoming 5G network. These networks are usually
cut down. One can now access all the important available within range of commercial cell phone towers.
documents and files over a secure channel or portal and High speed network wireless LANs are inexpensive but
work as if they were on their computer. It has enhanced have very limited range.
telecommuting in many companies. It has also reduced
unnecessary incurred expenses. Security standards

Enhanced Productivity
When working mobile, one is dependent on public
Users can work efficiently and effectively from networks, requiring careful use of VPN. Security is a
whichever location they find comfortable. This in turn major concern while concerning the mobile computing
enhances their productivity level. standards on the fleet. One can easily attack the VPN
through a huge number of networks interconnected
Ease of Research
through the line.
Research has been made easier, since users earlier were
required to go to the field and search for facts and feed Power consumption
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Potential health hazards

People who use mobile devices while driving are often

distracted from driving and are thus assumed more
likely to be involved in traffic accidents. (While this
may seem obvious, there is considerable discussion
about whether banning mobile device use while driving
reduces accidents or not.) Cell phones may interfere
with sensitive medical devices. Questions
concerning mobile phone radiation and health have been
raised.

Human interface with device

Screens and keyboards tend to be small, which may

make them hard to use. Alternate input methods such as
speech or handwriting recognition require training.

IV. CONCLUSION

Today's computing has rapidly grown from being

holding to a single location. With mobile computing,
people can work from the comfort of any location they
wish to as long as the connection and the security
concerns are properly factored. In the same light, the
presence of high speed connections has also promoted
the use of mobile computing. Being an ever growing
and emerging technology, mobile computing will
continue to be a core service in computing, and
Information and Communications Technology.

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