Broadcom USB-BT21 Mini Bluetooth Dongle User Manual

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Bluetooth
Introduction
Basic Operations
Specifying How Bluetooth Technology Works on Your Computer
How to Use Bluetooth
Troubleshooting
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Introduction
Bluetooth Networking Overview
Using Bluetooth Tools
Supported Operating Systems
Status of Devices and Services
Bluetooth Networking Overview
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Bluetooth wireless technology allows short-range (within a distance of 10 meters)
communication among Bluetooth enabled devices, eliminating the need for cables. When
connected, one device can use or be used by the other, as specified by the user.
Because Bluetooth communications are broadcast over the air, Bluetooth communications
can be set to use encryption to protect against others intercepting sensitive data. Typical
Bluetooth enabled devices include:
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