Microsoft Releases ActiveSync 4.1

Microsoft has posted on its web site a new version of its synchronization software for the latest Windows Mobile devices.

ActiveSync 4.1 fixes several problems the previous version had with VPNs and firewalls.

ActiveSync 4.1 can be found on Microsoft's web site

For Windows Mobile 5.0 Only

Microsoft suggests that only those using Windows Mobile 5.0 handhelds and smartphones use the latest version of this software.

Those using earlier versions of this operating system might be happier with ActiveSync 3.8, as the newer versions lack several features some people may have become accustomed to.

For security reasons, it is no longer possible to synchronize over a WiFi connection, for example.

However, there are some advantages to ActiveSync 4.1, like integration with Windows Media Player on the desktop.

Those running Windows Mobile 5.0 must use ActiveSync 4.0 or above.