Chapter 14. Taking the Galaxy S4 to Work
Youâll learn to:
Set the S4 to work with your company email account
Connect to your companyâs Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Use Microsoftâs Mobile Office for Android
Use Polaris Office for office files
Use Google Docs
YOUR GALAXY S4 MAY not wear a pinstriped suit and a rep tie, but that doesnât mean it canât be a good corporate citizen. In fact, the S4 can easily hook into enterprise-wide resources like your corporate email account and calendar.
A big reason is the Galaxy S4âs ability to work with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync servers. These systems are the backbone of many corporations, and they can automatically and wirelessly keep smartphones updated with email, calendar information, and contacts. So when youâre hundreds or thousands of miles away from the office, you can still be in touch as if you were there in person.
Setting Up Your Galaxy S4 with Your Company Account
FIRST, LET THE IT department know that youâd like to use your Galaxy S4 to work with the companyâs network and computers. Theyâll set up the network to let your phone connect. Then all you have to do is add the company account to your phone, which works much the same way as adding any other new email account.
To get started, on the Home screen, tap the Email icon. If you havenât set up an email account yet, youâll come to the usual screen for setting up ...
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