Erik Linask : Convergence Corner
Erik Linask
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Making Sense of the BYO WiFi Device Party

October 3, 2011

From managing authentication and permissions, to installing and updating applications and corporate resources, to deploying appropriate security measures, to simply ensuring proper design and deployment of WiFi networks, IT staff can have their hands full in today's mobile mayhem.

Sports Illustrated iPad Version a Winner (Finally)

May 20, 2011

SI started off on the wrong foot, adopting an all-paid model initially, but now that it has stepped back from that approach, it has brought a rich, electronic experience to its subscribers - on that other publications would do well to emulate.

To Read or Not to Read (on Your iPad)

May 4, 2011

A recent study by Simba Information suggests that 40 percent of iPad owners do not read e-books on their iPads. Should we be surprised? I think not, but Michael Norris, senior analyst and author of the report, says, "A lot of people equate the sale of a new gadget with the creation of a new reader, and it just doesn't happen."