Pocket PC vs. Palm OS

The following table summarizes major points of comparison between the Pocket PC and Palm OS models.

Comparison Chart
Feature	Pocket PC	Palm
Sync with Windows PCs	Yes	Yes
Sync with Macintosh	Requires third-party software	Yes
Edit Word and Excel documents	Yes	May require third-party software
Support 802.11b wireless	Optional	Optional
Connect to NU network using 802.11b wireless	Yes	Yes
NUIT supported VPN client	Possible	Possible
Browse the Web	Yes	Yes
Send/receive e-mail	Yes	Yes
Sync with Outlook	Yes	May require third-party software
Sync with MeetingMaker	Yes*	Yes
Take handwritten notes	Yes	Yes
Play MP3s and watch movies	Available on some models	Available on some models
Camera functionality	Available on some models	Available on some models

To use wireless with your handheld device (Palm or PocketPC), you must first connect to the NU Network with VPN. Step-by-step instructions are available for configuring and using your handheld device with VPN.

Alternatives to Palm OS and Pocket PC devices

There are PDAs available that do not run either the Palm or Pocket PC OS, such as the Sharp Zaurus SL-5500 which runs on a Linux-based OS. These PDAs can provide some of the same functionality as Palm or Pocket PC devices such as e-mail and Internet capabilities, but are recommended for the more technically-inclined user.

*To synchronize with Meeting Maker, you need MMCO. Certain PDAs do not fully work with programs, and vendor support is limited. If you need help syncing your PDA calendar with Meeting Maker, we recommend contacting the vendor directly.