Articles written by Lisa Duke

Dave Mabe's BlackBerry Hacks give advice on using the smartphone and the BES for rising techies who want to learn more.

Nov 28, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Hacking BlackBerry, by Glenn Bachmann, is half user guide and half technical getting started guide. Read this review for more details on the book.

Nov 28, 2008 - Lisa Duke

BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) is a simple piece of software to install, but when it goes bad, it goes really bad. Learn how to avoid a BES installation disaster.

Nov 28, 2008 - Lisa Duke

BlackBerry Connect allows non-BlackBerry devices to be managed from the BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES). Learn more in this article.

Nov 28, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Touch screens, flip phones, 3G BlackBerry smartphones, true push to talk on a new device - the holiday season brings many gifts for the BlackBerry lover. Tips for Santa!

Nov 20, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Social Networking gives users a great way to stay in touch with friends, colleagues, and family, many of whom are far away. Find out how to stay in touch on the go!

Nov 20, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Palm and Symbol, watch your market share! Imagine an add on for BlackBerry smartphones that allows a user to sign the screen and scan a barcode. It's possible!

Nov 20, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Many organizations have gotten by for years without an email server, but mobility has brought the focus back on the importance of the server. Learn why!

Nov 14, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Mobile Data System - Integration Services (MDS-IS) is an affordable way to extend custom applications to the BlackBerry smartphone. To learn more, read on!

Nov 10, 2008 - Lisa Duke

This article explains the purpose of the Network Operations Center (NOC) and encryption and how these features keep BlackBerry communications significantly more secure.

Oct 7, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Looking for basic information to get started with a first BlackBerry? This "for Dummies" book is a good place for smartphone neophytes to begin.

Aug 6, 2008 - Lisa Duke

There are two main platforms for BlackBerry software development: J2ME and MDS. But when to use which? This article explains the difference and gives examples.

Aug 4, 2008 - Lisa Duke

There are many ways to get email on a BlackBerry: BlackBerry Redirector, BIS, and BES. This article compares these methods to allow the user to make the best choice.

Aug 1, 2008 - Lisa Duke

There are several parts to a BlackBerry implementation: devices, software, hardware, and the NOC. But how do they work together? This article tells you how.

Jul 22, 2008 - Lisa Duke

The latest release of BlackBerry Enterprise Server, BES 4.1.6, is now available. There are new features and fixes available for all clients on T-Support to download.

Jul 22, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Home and small business users need mobile email, too, and for many of them Research In Motion's BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) is a great solution.

Jul 19, 2008 - Lisa Duke

For BlackBerry users, selecting a smartphone and carrier data service is only part of the equation. Learn about the options for BlackBerry software to get data on the go.

Jul 19, 2008 - Lisa Duke

Shopping for a new BlackBerry smartphone? Learn how to choose between carriers and models to get the right device.

Jun 20, 2008 - Lisa Duke