Let's face it: email has made our lives easier, especially those of us who travel, because we can remain 'in-touch' while on the road. But if you're like most everyone else, establishing a wired connection in some places sometimes can be very difficult.

The introduction of the Palm VII and its wireless connection to the Internet was a step in the right direction ... but that is first-generation in an industry wide open for expansion.

Take, for example, the ability to use other Palm devices to connect to the Internet and retrieve email. A company in San Mateo, CA called Corsoft Corp. is about to unveil a device that can do just that.

Called 'Aileron,' Corsoft has made a beta release available for download from its Web site. Commercial release is expected soon.