Pocket PC Web Browser Means Remote Access to the Internet

Pocket PCs are great for dozens of reasons, but one particularly great function that most people can use is access to the Internet. Your Pocket PC web browser functions more or less like the web browser on your desktop computer at home; but you can use it almost anywhere you go to access the vast resources of the Internet.

Need to check that Ebay bid? Pull out the PDA. Want to see if your best friend emailed or IM'ed you? Just turn on your PDA. With broadband Internet access available through many cell phone companies, your PDA turns into a complete communication tool. If you don't have cell phone access, you can still use your PDA in wired hot spots that you can find in most major cities these days. In many cities, entire major parks, downtown areas, and universities are hot spots, and you can use your web account to go online at any time, remotely.

You do need to take some security precautions however. If you use hot spots, be aware that there are people who will hack your computer. Use the best security you can find: virus protection, firewalls, and encryption. It's probably wiser to avoid using passwords that link to financial information in hot spot areas, as these are particularly vulnerable. But with a broadband connection through your cell phone company, you are considerably more secure.

With proper caution and PDA software, you can leverage the power of the Internet from literally anywhere, at literally any time. Use your Palm Pilot or other PDA device as an Internet tool to transform it from an electronic personal organizer into a device truly capable of revolutionizing your life with easily accessible information.