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A Bluetooth security feature that is used to verify identity. During the
authentication
initial authentication process, the Bluetooth device that initiates the
connection requires the remote device to supply a Bluetooth PIN code.
BDA
Bluetooth Device Address (assigned by the manufacturer).
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
10 meters) communication among Bluetooth enabled devices,
wireless
eliminating the need for cables. When connected, one device can use
technology
or be used by the other, as specified by the user.
An alphanumeric string up to 16 characters long that is typed to
Bluetooth
respond to a Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Also referred to as a
security code
passkey, password, passcode or PIN code.
Client
Software applications on this computer that allow this computer to use
Applications
the Bluetooth services that are provided by remote Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth enabled hardware such as a computer, printer, fax, mouse,
Bluetooth device
keyboard, telephone, headset, headphones, camera, or PDA.
Dynamic Host
A protocol used by a server to assign an Internet Protocol (IP) address
Control Protocol
to a connecting device.
Encryption translates data into an unreadable format using a secret
encryption
key or password. Decrypting the data requires the same key or
password that was used to encrypt it.
HCI
Host Controller Interface.
HID
human interface device. A mouse or keyboard, for example.
An internally generated unique security key that is exchanged by
link key
paired devices as proof of identity before a connection is established.
Link keys are generated automatically when two devices pair.
Bluetooth services such as Headset, Headphones, Audio Gateway, File
Transfer, and Printer that this computer provides to other Bluetooth
Local Services
devices. Bluetooth services are used to carry out actions between a
program installed on your computer and a remote Bluetooth device.
My Bluetooth
See Local Services.
services
Bluetooth devices must be paired before they can establish a secure
(authenticated and encrypted) connection. Paired devices share a
paired devices
unique link key, which is exchanged automatically each time they
connect.
PDA
personal digital assistant.
Personal Information Manager. An application, such as Microsoft
PIM
Outlook
and schedule events and tasks.
A Bluetooth service or application property setting that requires a
Secure
passkey or link key each time you attempt to make a connection. All
connection
data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is encrypted. Depending
on other configuration options, authorization may also be required.
An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files,
folders, and drives. Double-clicking such an icon opens its
corresponding folder or file without first having to find it. Shortcut
shortcut
icons do not change the location of files; they simply link to the file
wherever it is located. You can delete a shortcut without deleting the
file with which it is associated. Also, you can rename a shortcut.
taskbar
The area on the Windows taskbar that displays the time and can also
notification area
contain shortcuts that provide quick access to programs. This is where
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wireless technology allows short-range (within a distance of
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, that is used to manage contacts, send and receive e-mail,
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