Classification: Internal
Introduction to Mobile Computing
Discover the evolution, hardware, and software
components, communication, security, internet
services, and future trends of mobile devices.
By Sanjaya Kalpage
“This course surveys the various
types of mobile computing
dev ices with emphasis on hand-
held and laptop computers .
WHY this BIT_372 / BIT_6254? Preventive measures to provide
security for mobile dev ices will
be studied. Specific tools and
techniques will be explored that
are required for anywhere
computing.”
What you will
GAIN…
Introduction
Various technologies use in Wireless connectivity
Different hardware components and their usage
Mobile phone accessories
Software components
Specifications and Purchase Considerations
Getting the Most from your Mobile Device
Accessing Wireless Networks
Configuring your Own Wireless Network
Setting up an Access Point, Configuration
Importing and Exporting Data
Security Considerations
Sharing and Collaboration
Assessment
Osborne 1
URL - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9JSv0iVibI
Basic Definitions
• Data vs Information
• Mobile Computing
• Mobile Communication
• Mobile Hardware
• Mobile Software
Information & Data
Data vs Information
Data Information
• Raw and Unprocessed • Processed and Contextualized
• Elementary Units • Meaningful Patterns
• Objective and Neutral • Subjective
• Unorganized • Decision-Making
• Low in Value • Organized:
• Examples - Numbers, text, • Examples - Reports, summaries, analysis,
symbols, images, sounds and interpretations
Knowledge
Characteristics of knowledge
• Contextual
• Dynamic
• Tacit and Explicit
• Applicable
Information & Data (Cont.)
Data Examples
• The number of visitors to a website in one month
• Inventory levels in a warehouse on a specific date
• Individual satisfaction scores on a customer service survey
• The price of a competitors’ product
Information Examples
• Understanding that changes to a website have led to an increase or decrease in monthly site
visitors
• Identifying supply chain issues based on trends in warehouse inventory levels over time
• Finding areas for improvement with customer service based on a collection of survey
responses
• Determining if a competitor is charging more or less for a similar product
COMPUTING
Mobile
COMMUNICATION
• Mobile Computing Is a mechanism to perform computational activities
related all form of computer based works which we capable of doing with
a high capacity larger devices.
• Mobile communication Is a technology that allows *transmission of
data, voice and video via a computer or any other wireless enabled
device without having connected device. This also refers to the
infrastructure put in place to ensure that seamless and reliable
communication goes on.
SOFTWARE
Mobile
HARDWARE
• Mobile Software A software application which intends to runs
on a mobile device with it’s supported hardware while satisfying
the user and mobile requirements.
• Mobile Hardware Is set of hardware / sensors / instruments
which are specifically designed and developed for handheld
mobile devices.
History & Evolution?
- Traditional ways of communication
- WWII influence
- 80s to present day
- In 2023, 7.33 billion of users
- Digital data (voice / video / meta data etc.)
- WiFi / Bluetooth / Zigbee / Satellite Comms /
Nutshell : https://www.tigermobiles.com/evolution/#start
History of wireless communication
https://youtu.be/X5jPoQzEh-M
Traditional ways of wireless communication
• Carrier pigeons
• Cave paining
• Smoking
• Letter writing
• Telegrams via Morse
codes
• Land line telephones
Influence of World War II
• Defense funding
• Transistor invention
• Demand for communication
• Space race and miniaturization
• Micro processor invention
• Government Policies Supporting
Research
Forecast Number Of Mobile Users Worldwide From 2020 To
2025 (In Billions)
The rise of Mobile computing – Key milestones
youtube.com/watch?v=nrdNdprcYls
• First Mobile Phone Call (1973)
• Commercial Launch of the Motorola DynaTAC (1983):
• Introduction of GSM (1991):
• Launch of Short Message Service (SMS) (1992):
• Nokia 5110 and the Rise of Nokia (1998):
• Introduction of WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) (1999):
• Launch of BlackBerry (2002):
• Introduction of 3G Networks (2001-2003):
• Release of the iPhone (2007):
• Android Operating System (2008):
• Launch of 4G/LTE Networks (2009-2010):
• Rise of Phablets and Larger Screens (2011-2012):
• Introduction of Mobile Payment Services (2014):
• Launch of 5G Networks (2019):
Pros and cons in Mobile Computing
Pros Cons
• Enhanced Communication • Distraction and Addiction
• Increased Productivity • Privacy Concerns
• Convenience and Accessibility • Social Isolation
• Education and Learning • Health Implications
• Health and Wellness • Cybersecurity Threats
• Entertainment and Relaxation • Digital Divide
• Information Retrieval • Reduced Physical Activity
• Innovative Services • Dependency on Technology
• Social Connection • Erosion of Face-to-Face
Communication Skills
WIRELESS com evolution
https://youtu.be/X5jPoQzEh-M
HISTORY OF CELLPHONES
YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=NRDNDPRCYLS
Mobile Computing Trends & Future
• Quantum and Nano Tech
• 5G Technology
• Blockchain Technology:
• Edge Computing
• Smart Wearables Integration
• Extended Reality (XR):
• Mobile Health (mHealth):
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration)
• Green Mobile Computing
• Foldable and Flexible Displays
• Voice and Natural Language Interaction
• Internet of Things (IoT) Integration
• Wireless Body area network
• Biometric Authentication
• Enhanced Privacy Features
Future Mobile Tech :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIj73JQJa0g
Wireless Body Area Network (WBAN)
