Software Update: Microsoft ActiveSync 3.8

Microsoft has released a new version of ActiveSync in the form of version number 3.8. This program is intended for synchronizing files and, for example, e-mails, notes and appointments from Outlook between a PC and a PDA, pocket PC or smartphone. It is not clear what exactly has changed, because the software is supplied without a changelog. However, the following release notes are available on Microsoft’s website:

Overview

Microsoft ActiveSync 3.8 is the latest synchronization software for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and Smartphones. ActiveSync 3.8 contains fixes making synchronization more trouble free than ever before and includes all the significant improvements brought to you in ActiveSync 3.5, 3.6, and 3.7.1: it is easy to install and use while offering the best levels of reliability.

System Requirements

• Supported Operating Systems:
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows Millennium Edition
  • Windows NT Workstation 4.0 with SP6 or later
  • Windows 98
• Microsoft Outlook 98 or later required for synchronization to the desktop or portable computer of e-mail, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes. (Outlook 2003 is recommended)
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 SP1 or later
• Hard-disk drive with 12 to 65 MB of available hard-disk space (actual requirements will vary based on selection of features and user’s current system configuration)
• Available 9- or 25-pin communications port (adaptor required for 25-pin communications port), infrared port, or USB port (available for Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows XP only)