The document discusses the history and future of mobile computing. It outlines key milestones in Bentley University's adoption of mobile devices between 1985-2005. These include requiring laptops, transitioning to laptops from luggables, and providing students with tablet PCs. It also discusses trends in mobile phones such as expanding capabilities beyond calls, improved security, and the growth of mobile payments. The document predicts applications will continue expanding and voice activation will improve search capabilities on mobile devices.

1. The Future of Mobile Computing Mark Frydenberg CIS Department

2. What is Mobile Computing?

3. Mobile Computing at Bentley

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