Many computer problems don’t occur during normal work hours. A smart phone like an iPhone allows you to troubleshoot and answer problems on the go. You can use apps or web applications to diagnose and fix problems without having to take a laptop with you or return to your office to fix the problem. I have compiled a list of tips and apps can help you to use your iPhone more productively.
10 Indispensable iPhone Apps for IT Administrators
Being able to fix problems on the go is becoming necessary for an IT Administrator. You either need to carry a notebook with a cellular modem or a smart phone. Smart phones make the decision really simple. Use these iPhone Apps to make your troubleshooting problems while mobile easier for you.
iPhone Tips and Tricks
Use these 8 tips and tricks to be more productive with your iPhone. You can learn how to jump to your home screen when you have too many apps loaded, turn your calculator into a scientific calculator or find hidden symbols on your keyboard.
Remote Control Your PC From Your iPhone
VNC Viewer allows you to use your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch as a remote control. You can view the desktop, run applications and access your data. Real VNC shows you how their application works.
The New iOS4 Shortcuts, Features and Settings You Need to Know
With any new OS upgrade, there are changes and new features that you need to learn. Lifehacker compiled a list of shortcuts, features and settings that you will want to use on your iPhone 4.
iPhone Troubleshooting Techniques
When you have trouble with your iPhone, you can use basic troubleshooting techniques like Resign, Restart, Reset and Restore. These techniques can help you when iPhone applications freeze.
Android provides new opportunities. IT Professionals enjoy trying out and testing new technologies. As mobile technologies make a greater impact on our lives, it is important to learn more about them. Since Android is gaining in popularity and some of the instructors here at PC ProSchools are also excited about this platform, I have compiled a list of articles that can help you to explore Android.
Use Your Android Phone as a Remote for Your PC
When you are away from your PC, you may need to access files. Android allows you to turn your phone into a remote for your PC. How-To Geek shows you how to use your Android Phone as a remote for your PC.
Want to test out Android Apps on your PC?
You may find an Android App that you’re not certain if you should install it on your phone. You can use the Android Emulator to test out new apps. If you want to develop Android Apps, use the emulator to test your apps.
Android Keyboard Shortcuts
Use keyboard shortcuts to switch between applications in Android. It lists shortcuts for applications, scrolling, browser and more.
5 Android Apps for IT Admins
As an IT Admin, you may need to fix problems on the go and without a computer. You can use Android apps to quickly fix issues. Use these apps to move files between servers, remote control a desktop, or send a server down alarm to your phone.
Can’t find the right app for your Android phone? You can build it. Google has introduced the App Inventor for Android. The App Inventor allows you to visually design your app and use “blocks” to tell the app what to do. It has functions for almost anything that you want to do with your Android phone. App Inventor can be used by anyone. You don’t need previous programming knowledge to build Android apps. It can also be used by programmers to develop apps and prototypes. Professor David Wolber, University of San Francisco, has created AppInventor.org to help you learn how to build apps with App Inventor.
