Traveling Software and National Semiconductor have developed a wireless product that uses radio-transmission technology and intelligent software to let you automatically connect two computers and synchronize their files before you've even taken off your coat. Called LapLink Wireless with AirShare, the hardware/software package lets you link portable and desktop PCs without having to physically connect them.
Due to the package's on-connect option, you can configure the AirShare software to automatically begin synchronizing files at speeds of 115 Kbps once you walk within the range (about 30 feet indoors) of the target PC. Thus, you can begin sharing files simply by walking near the target computer. You can also use the package to print documents directly from your portable to a local or network printe
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LapLink Wireless includes two AirShare radio modules that weigh about 3 ounces each. The package is slated to ship in the first quarter and will cost $299.95.
Illustration: LapLink Wireless with AirShare, which has a range of about 30 feet indoors, lets two computers automatically synchronize and share files using a wireless radio connection.
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