The Softick product is a good solution for this, and also allows Bluetooth
and serial connectivity. It doesn't need HotSync (which is an advantage)
but will usually co-exist with HotSync)
Subject: Re: Use PC internet connection?
From: "M Wasson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2004 16:23:51 -0400
Is PalmSource trying to compete with Microsoft? This is a necessary
feature.
"Ben Combee" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> At 03:03 PM 4/5/2004, you wrote:
> >Pocket PC applications can use the internet connection of the PC they are
> >connected to through ActiveSync. Is this possible on the Palm? Can a
Palm
> >OS app access the internet through a USB cable connected to a PC with an
> >internet connection?
>
> Not with the software bundled with the device, but they can using
> third-party software. Many people have had success using Softick PPP
> (http://www.softick.com/ppp/) with their Palm OS device.
Roger Stringer
Marietta Systems, Inc., P.O. Box 71506, Marietta, GA 30007, USA
( (770) 565-1560 4 (770) 565-4421
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