Bluetooth Technology Computer Software Web Tips Guide
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Bluetooth Technology Is The Wireless Solution
By Rainbow Spear
Not too long ago, when someone said Bluetooth, people thought
they might have been mentioning a misnamed pirate. But these days
most people are familiar with the term Bluetooth technology, but
some are still mystified about exactly what it means and what
this mobile wireless technology is all about.
It is a wireless technology networking communication method for
short ranges. In the last few years it has been used to replace
many different cables that connect either portable electronic
devices, such as cell phones, or fixed electronics, like desktop
computers, to other devices. Many people are grateful to be freed
from the tangle of wires that previously were needed for their
electronic gadgets to communicate with each other.
Three Main Benefits Of Bluetooth Technology
There are three primary benefits of Bluetooth technology which
have helped to make it the new mobile wireless technology standard.
These three benefits are the low cost technology to implement,
it offers robustness not seen in other technologies, and it uses
very little power, making it perfect for battery operated devices
as well as those attached to power cords.
A Bluetooth system has only three components and this simplicity
also helps to make the exchange of data between Bluetooth devices
very easy.
The RF (Radio Frequency) is a physical layer that operates on
the ISM band, which is unlicensed, at 2.4GHz. There is also a
frequency hop transceiver that is employed which helps to limit
both interference and fade.
Support For Voice And Data Applications
Unlike most of the other wireless standards today, the Bluetooth
mobile wireless technology allows product developers both a link
layer and an application layer, each with sets of definitions.
This enables support for both voice and data applications.
It is the set of specifications that is unique to Bluetooth,
that allows for a definition of uniform structures. This in turn
is what makes it possible for such a wide range of wireless devices
to connect with each other and to share data and communicate.
Better Interactivity
This level of interactivity between such an array of different
types of devices was not feasible, at least not on a level that
could be widely used, before the Bluetooth wireless protocol was
introduced.
In just a few years, Bluetooth know-how has gained global acceptance
to such a degree that any Bluetooth enabled device, operating
virtually anywhere in the world, is able to communicate with another
Bluetooth device within the correct proximity. All Bluetooth enabled
electronics connect and communicate wirelessly via short-range
networks which are called piconets.
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Piconets Are Short Range Wireless Networks
Each device in a piconet that is operating with Bluetooth specifications,
can simultaneously connect and share data with up to seven other
devices within an individual piconet.
Each Bluetooth wireless device can also be connected to multiple
piconets at the same times. Because piconets are dynamic and are
established automatically as Bluetooth enabled devices move into
and out of the proximity boundaries, this is a very flexible and
powerful feature of the Bluetooth system.
Handles Data And Voice Transmissions At The Same Time
One of the greatest strengths of the Bluetooth knowledge, is
that a Bluetooth enabled device is capable of handling both voice
and data transmissions at the same time without interfering with
either communication.
This feature means that users can enjoy a variety of convenient
solutions concurrently such as: using a hands-free Bluetooth headset
for voice calls; sending documents to a printer or fax; synchronizing
a laptop or PDA; and using various mobile phone applications.
Fewer Wires To Trip Over
In addition to the benefits of being able to enjoy life with
fewer wires to trip over, and being able do voice and data communications
at the same time, Bluetooth technology is also surprisingly simple
to implement.
Most Bluetooth wireless devices connect quickly and easily and
the initiation of data sharing is also simple, so you won't have
to depend on calling up your favorite tech geek to help you with
your new Bluetooth enabled device.
About the Author:
Rainbow Spear has written a number of articles on computers and
software including
Accounting Business Software,
Computer Recovery,
Hard Disk Recovery,
Computer Troubleshooting,
Boot Sector Virus Removal,
Affordable Laptops,
Identity Theft Statistics,
Zone Alarm Download,
Software
Development, Video
Games, Drivers.
Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Did You Know This About Bluetooth?
What is Bluetooth technology?
Bluetooth technology is the process
of sending information without the need of wires. Most
people use the term "Bluetooth" collectively to refer
to all hands-free devices but in actuality Bluetooth
is the actual company that developed the technology.
Founded in Scandinavia, Bluetooth Special Interest Group developed
the wireless technology but it was not alone. This technology
came about due to collaboration with cell phone, automotive manufacturers
and designers as well as the computer market.
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