Unique applications and opportunities in wireless computing in developing countries

Abstract

We first describe the components of a wireless computing solution, review various wireless data networks, discuss the state-of-art of wireless computing technology, and mention the implementation challenges faced by the practitioners in the western world. Then, we explore the virgin state of wireless infrastructure and the need for innovative use of wireless computing applications in the developing countries. This highlights the differences in the requirements and the opportunities in the two sectors of the world. After explaining these differences, we explore the business opportunities that developing nations can exploit for their own use or to assist the developed countries. The focus of this paper is on wireless data applications across an enterprise and on end-to-end systems integration of various components-wireless networks, mobile end-user devices, communications software, and business applications software. This paper is aimed at network professionals, systems integration practitioners, as well as for the research community.