Near-field communication (NFC) is a set of protocols which enables two devices to establish communication by bringing them closer to each other. Most commonly known NFC devices are used in contactless payment systems on credit and debit cards (sometimes referred to as contactless cards). Apart from that usage, NFC can be used for sharing contacts, photos, videos or files exactly like Bluetooth but … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2019
Communication Standards for Wearable Computing
The stationary use of information and communication technology is becoming less important. Nowadays, it is important that information be available at any time, any place, whether in a professional or private environment. Computers are becoming smaller and more compact, and since the invention of digital watches, the idea of wearing a mobile computer on the wrist is playing an increasingly … [Read more...]
What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
This is a recap from our previously published articles to briefly describe Virtual Private Network (VPN) in easy langugage. Nowadays, VPN services for Windows are extremely popular. Many inexperienced users understand VPN as a magic key for accessing blocked web resources: they clicked the button, and the site opened. Yes, unblocking websites is one of the VPN functions, but not the most important … [Read more...]