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As an example, a PDA can connect to the network using a cradle, Bluetooth, or
infrared connection. A passtrough or IP bridge will handle the connection to the
network.
Security mechanism
Loss, theft, and other security issues prevent many companies from deploying
mobile solutions. Mobile devices are attractive targets to many attackers
because the ability to hold and access important business information increased
with new technologies and device capabilities. The security mechanism of the
device must support the corporate security model for a mobile workforce
environment with additional policies, processes, and technologies.
There are two security domains on the device environment: Device and transpor ...