HELP REQUEST: Anyone into thin clients / Webization of local apps? Please read - Off-topic

This time I’m asking for help
As you probably know, in real life, I’m an IT consultant giving advice to companies on networking architectural, databasing, TCP/IP, programming and last but not least mobile computing questions.
My new task is giving advice (writing a complete booklet on) on in which direction a given company should go: Microsoft Terminal Servers (with, possibly, Citrix Metaframe) or just “webizing” their in-house, custom-written current applications (whenever possible) - that is, converting it to be Web/ client-side (Ajax / JavaScript / ActiveX) and server-side (Java / ASP etc.).
For this, I’m looking for case studies. For the two distinct cases, I’ve found several case studies (that is, I don’t really need case studies that only discuss why a given company abandoned fat clients and went for, say, Citrix); I’d still need case studies that directly compare the two alternates and explain why a given company decided for one or the other and what influenced their decisions.
That is, if you know of, for example, magazine articles or anything of interest in this very subject (that is, preferably unbiased comparison of the full MS Terminal Server / Citrix solution to converting local apps to run off the Web and using “thin” Web browsers to access them in the company), I’d be highly grateful if you could share it with me – hope I haven’t run into it so far. Just a URL would be sufficient.

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WM6 Programming Question

This is my first post, so to all of you out there, my name is Joe and I have been following this forum since I decided on buying an ATT Tilt (Kaiser) and you all have been a tremendous help in a lot of decisions I made with my phone.
Now onto the question at hand, I have some programming knowledge in the world of computers (C++, VB, etc...) but I was wondering the differences in trying to make a program for my phone. If someone can direct me to maybe a tutorial or another post that might help me, please do (I looked but couldn't find anything), I would like to start giving back to the forum that helped me out.
There isn't much difference between C++ and VB in general, just some prefer the less strict 'grammar' in VB and some prefer the clear 'grammar' in C++. Speed wise, if you were to be using M$'s classes, both ought to be the same, while if you were to write in pure C++ native language, C ought to be better compiled.
Another alternative would be the .Net thing. If I'm right (haven't been really using one), is a class package for both VB and C+ which seemingly make it easier to program.
Depends on what you have (i.e. the programming software), if you were to have Visual Studio 2003+ (or later, no sure), you can download the WM6 SDK, which includes tutorial on how to get started.
Well what I have on hand right now...nothing at all...I'm at work at the moment and in my freetime here would like to work on a few things, I've been analyzing some other pieces of software since I posted this and noticed the use of XML files for the setup.
I have no preference in what language I use (hell one I don't know yet would work for me...knowledge is a blessing in IT). Just wish to be able to take some of the programs I use at the moment (ex HTC Home, BatteryStatus) add a little more functionality for my own personal use since I really don't feel like copyright lawsuits.
Basically Hanmin, I guess it just boils down to what would you suggest to use with the available "tools" at hand or suggestions, I'm up for anything, new to this game, I figured I would get wisdom from the pros here to make myself useful in my downtime
"There isn't much difference between C++ and VB in general," - now there's a statement to launch a major debate! But I'll resist the temptation and move on to a more constructive response - PPL. PPL (Pocket Programming Language) is a great little package which gives you an IDE for developing pocket pc apps in a C like language on either the pocket pc itself or on a pc. Read about it and get a free trial download here:
http://www.arianesoft.ca/

Cold-calling/CRM monitoring software? Free? Accessible by WM6?

I am gonna go independent soon (fingers crossed) and will need to contact say about 1000 potential clients, partners and associates. I have the contacts and know most of them, yet I need a system to log, record the main points and the ability to follow-up w/o embarassing mishaps, basically, a small CRM system.
I have never worked with a proper CRM systems, although I have made some primitive Excel or Word tables for this purpose.
Wonder if there is a decent CRM system for a small database of clients, preferably free and accesible by both PC and mobile devices. Guess this can be on a web-site hosting this kind of things (I know there are sites that allow you to have an on-line poll of groups of people, so something like this).
Anyone?
i notice that unf u didnt get a reply to this...did u find any solution? i have exactly the same issue and cant find a decent solution!?

Internet security

Quick (and possibly stupid) question; would it be safe enough to enter account and password details for sites browsing on the Diamond?
On my desktop computer, I have a firewall, antivirus and spamscanners, so I feel relatively safe. But other than the physical router, what security do I have while browsing on the Diamond? Has anybody had any problems? Or are keyloggers, spam and virusses still not available for Windows Mobile devices?
Cheers,
FTrippie
firewall would be a useful addition to your software
A little while ago there was some discussion about virus threats etc on PDA's.
I wrote a little on the subject then:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-334389.html
You can buy products like the McAfee Mobile Security suite which has a lot of protection (although it has no formal accreditation).
It is about understanding the range of threat vectors that you leave open. If you understand these you can make an informed decision on what an acceptable level of risk is.
There are many ways to attack a PDA...too many to list in this post.
It is quite easy to launch a subnet attack on a PDA from a SIM in a 3G laptop - A local fw sensibly configured will protect against most subnet attacks.
AV protection will protect against the few virus threats that exist today
Sensible usage and connection procedures will protect against most attack types.
I think that at the moment the real risk to you is low but you always need to review the threats in the market (Start with a google search on WM threats).
If you store credentials then they could be extracted but I have come across no real instances of this as yet. Having said that I would not use my PDA to purchase items online.
Credentials stored on a PDA are at greater risk of compromise than those on a laptop say as the OS is not as sophisticated and it is easy to extract key data even after a hard reset...not to mention the access password is easier to gain by video than a laptops...
All the best,
Sam.
Thanks Sam,
Quite clear. I understand the danger of storing stuff, even on laptops and desktop I prefer to keep them encrypted, even more so on the PDA.
But yes, my main concern is web browsing. I would like to check into bank sites, webmail and those kind of things which all require logging in.
Cheers,
FTrippie

Web Filtering for Mobile?

I've tried my best to search the forums for this topic, either there really aren't any topics regarding this, or I'm just really incompetent!
Well as the title suggests, I'm looking for a web filtering/content monitoring application that will filter out inappropriate sites browsed on my Kaiser. You can never be safe on the net, especially with kids advancing at such a scary rate. Been searching the net (google) for something made for windows mobile, but zilch. I've also been looking for something that could possibly filter the entire network, but it's usually one of those that you need to install on each machine, which still doesn't address the problem.
Any help will be appreciated, or maybe this is something to think about for your next app!
Cheers
Never used these myself but here's a few links to get you started:
http://handheld.softpedia.com/get/Security/Utilities/SMobile-Security-Shield-Parental-Controls-Edition--Windows-Mobile--77635.shtml
http://free-parental-control-filter.parentaltools-net.qarchive.org/
i can't suggest something for your exact requirements at the moment...
i was thinking, though, that you could set up your device to prompt for a PIN (known only to you) before unlocking the screen for general use. of course, this suggestion is meaningless for you if you want to let your kids use the phone (play games, etc) but still control the content viewed in browsers...

(paid) Help is Wanted!

Hello Folks,
I am a bachelor student in germany and at the end of my degree.
Found a bachelor thesis which requires app-developing knowledge.
I am willing to pay to the person/people who can help me with the following topic.
Quizduell is a famous interpersonal game for small computers. It exists for iPhone, Android and Windows Phone. The participants have to answer questions, where 1 out of 4 given answers is correct. These are selected from a database according to topics of the players' preferences. In order to create a non-human player who is supposed to outdo the human participants, this player first would either 1. inherit what is usually considered advanced AI, or 2. start by 'learning', and losing.
Though the chances are 1/4 per random choice, on the other hand per one random win/loss it could garner and store one question, and the correct answer. Since the question-base has a limited number of questions, after some time at playing, the non-human player will have all earlier questions stored, and available from a database, to be answered correctly. The task is, to write a software that intercepts the character string of the questions, as well as the correct answers, probably by an application somewhere within one of the supported devices. Therefore, experience with applications for either of the platforms would be advantageous.
discussion regarding reward will take place if any personal interest arises.
Thanks in advance

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