Client Network Control Service

On the mobile device there is an icon  that represents the CNC (Client Network Control) service. Clicking on this icon may give various options depending on the implementation. The purpose of this service is to allow requests from the server to be performed on the device.

Some core capabilities include the ability to detect that a server upgrade has occurred and to auto-update the client environment. Further, if you’ve deployed in a mobile (off-line capable) environment, CNC provides support for “Application Synchronization” requests. In this scenario, if you’ve changed any applications that are in the mobile device’s profile, it can automatically detect the application / profile changes, build a custom deployment package and remotely update the device – all without the intervention of IT personnel.

The CNC service is installed when the RFgen Mobile Client is installed.

If needed, the CNC can also be packed and installed separately to a Windows Mobile/Windows CE device. Refer to the Device Management > Mobile Device Installation Utility in the Mobile Development Studio for more details.