i. FeaturesÂ
Windows Mobile OS provided a range of features that made it a popular choice for mobile devices.
It offered a user-friendly interface with a Start screen and Live Tiles, providing quick access to apps and information.
ii. Development
Windows Mobile OS was developed by Microsoft for smartphones and pocket PCs.
The development of Windows Mobile started in the late 1990s with the release of Pocket PC 2000.
Over the years, Microsoft released several versions of Windows Mobile, each introducing new features and improvements.
iii. Architecture
Windows Mobile OS was built on top of the Windows CE (Compact Edition) operating system.
It followed a modular architecture, allowing hardware manufacturers to customize and adapt the OS to their devices.
iv. Security technology/mode
Windows Mobile OS implemented various security technologies to protect user data and ensure device integrity.
It provided device-level security features like PIN/password protection and remote wipe in case of theft or loss.
v. Version History of Windows Mobile OS:
Windows Mobile went through several versions during its existence, with each version introducing new features and improvements.
Some notable versions include:
Windows Mobile 5.0 (2005): Introduced improved user interface and mobile versions of Microsoft Office.
Windows Mobile 6.0 (2007): Enhanced UI, support for HTML email, and improved Office Mobile applications.
Windows Mobile 6.1 (2008): Introduced threaded SMS messaging, improved Internet Explorer, and Office Mobile updates.
Windows Mobile 6.5 (2009): Featured a redesigned user interface with touch-friendly controls and an updated Start menu.
After Windows Mobile 6.5, Microsoft transitioned to a new mobile platform called Windows Phone, discontinuing further development of Windows Mobile OS.