Whether or not Apple steps up with more business-friendly , they will almost certainly exist. The iPad will be used as a business tool and companies have to protect data, so there will have to be apps and tools that accomplish that.

M86 Security's Anstis points out one other sticky area for business use of the iPad. "If a device is supplied by the business, then you can reasonably expect that business to install security and control software on the device, but what about devices that are supplied by the employee? Also, who pays for the 3G connection? How can a company force control over 3G access in the workplace if it doesn't pay for it?"

Those are very valid questions when it comes to protecting corporate data. The business has an obligation--and possibly even a compliance mandate--to protect data, but doesn't legally have control over employee-owned equipment. Ensuring that data on the iPad is encrypted, or otherwise protected could be an uphill battle.

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