A hand-held mobile device used for data storage and recording. Also known as a Personal Information Manager, PIM. It can be equipped with applications such as calendars, notepads, address books and even e-mail and Internet access capabilities.
A digital personal organiser, ranging from a simple "databank" to palmtop and hand-held computers. Popular products include the Palm and Psion series.
A small, hand-held computer that is used for a variety of simple tasks including organizers, word processing, etc. The common ones include the Palm Pilot and Apple's Newton. Most PDAs are less powerful than laptop computers but their small scale is a strong draw for many users.
A small handheld computer holding such information as dairies, address books, etc.
Also known as a handheld computer, this is a term used for any small mobile hand-held computing device that provides information processing, storage and retrieval capabilities for personal or business use.
A small, handheld computer currently limited in functionality (e.g., calendar, contacts, to do list). PDA's are expanding in their capabilities to include wireless e-mail and Internet access, thus opening opportunities for mobile learning and support (m-learning).
A handheld computer that provides a calendar and organizer for personal information. A PDA normally contains at least one database with names and addresses, to-do lists and a notepad.