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Glossary

PDA

Personal Digital Assistant

A handheld computer which can be attached to a PC which, amongst other uses, will synchronise with applications such as Microsoft Outlook for calendaring, email and contacts. Also known as small or palmtop cpomputers.

See also smartphone.

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Smartphone

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