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Bluetooth
 Introduction 2

 This technology provides short-range, wireless connectivity between devices.

 It is intended to replace the cables connecting portable and/or fixed electronic devices.
 Cables limit the mobility of the consumer and are easily lost or broken.
 What is BLUETOOTH: 3

Bluetooth is a wireless technology used to transfer data

between different electronic devices. The distance of
data transmission is small in comparison to other modes
of wireless communication. This technology eradicates
the use of cords, cables, adapters and permits the
electronic devices to communicate wirelessly among
each other.

(or)

Bluetooth is a high-speed, low-power microwave wireless

link technology, designed to connect phones, laptops,
PDAs and other portable equipment together with little or
no work by the user.
 History of Bluetooth 4

 Bluetooth was invented in 1994 by Ericsson.

 The company later started working with a larger group of companies called the
Bluetooth Special Interests Group, or "SIG," to develop the technology into what
it is today.
 Bluetooth is not owned by any one company and is developed and maintained
by SIG.
 The name Bluetooth came from a code name originally used by SIG for the
project and is a reference to a 10th century Danish king named Harold
Bluetooth, who was responsible for uniting Norway, Sweden, and Denmark.
 What is Bluetooth Technology: 5
It comprises of a base band processor, a radio and an antenna .

The base-band processor converts the data into signals, the antenna of another blue tooth
device, within at least 30 feet distance, receives a transmitted signal in the air.

It uses a frequency hopping spread spectrum

technique (FHSS) - which is one of two basic
modulation techniques used in spread spectrum
signal transmission.
Frequencies are switched repeatedly during radio
transmission to help reduce unlawful access or
other means of telecommunications to cross paths
and cause interruption
 Types Of Bluetooth Devices: 6

1. Head Set

2. In-Car Bluetooth System

3. Bluetooth Equipped Printer

4. Bluetooth Equipped Web Cam

5. Bluetooth GPS System

6. Bluetooth Key Board

 Importance Of Bluetooth: 7

 These have Replaced cables for transferring Information from one

Electronic Device to another one.

 These have decreased Strain like carrying phones while talking,

making hands free to do another work.

 This is cheaply Available.

 It’s Mobility is also very Important as it doesn’t need any power

outlet or Internet connection or any other items.
 Advantages Of Bluetooth: 8

 Eliminates wires
 Facilitates Data and Voice Communication
 Offers formation of Ad hoc networks
 Standardized protocol
 Free of charge
 Easy to use
 Low power consumes battery less
 Stationary and mobile environments
 Disadvantages Of Bluetooth: 9

 Data sent between two Bluetooth devices is very slow compared with Wi-Fi
transfer Rate.

 Range Of a Bluetooth Device is 15-30 feet depending upon the Device.

 Security is Biggest Disadvantage as transfer takes place through radio

waves and a hacker can easily hack it.

 Battery usage is also a problem, it will make device out of power before it
would have if Bluetooth was not powered on.
 APPLICATIONS 10

 The Internet Bridge

An extension of this model could be a mobile computer that allows surfing the
Internet irrespective of the location of the user, and regardless of whether the user is
cordlessly connected through a mobile phone (cellular) or through a wire line
connection (e.g. PSTN, ISDN, LAN, xDSL).
 Automatic Check-in
Hotels are testing, or plan to test, services that allow guests to check in, unlock room
doors and even control room temperature with handheld devices equipped with
Bluetooth Technology
 Bluetooth Characteristics 11

 It separates the frequency band into hops. This spread spectrum is used to
hop from one channel to another, which adds a strong layer of security.
 Up to eight devices can be networked in a piconet.
 Signals can be transmitted through walls and briefcases, thus eliminating
the need for line-of-sight.
 Devices do not need to be pointed at each other, as signals are omni-
directional.
 Governments worldwide regulate it, so it is possible to utilize the same
standard wherever one travels
 Future Of Bluetooth 12

 Bluetooth has a good future ahead because it meets a basic need of

connectivity.
 Currently a protocol is being researched that would support large ad hoc
networks.
 Latest version of Bluetooth are improving both its security and capabilities.
 Ultra wide band has been chosen by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group as
the future of Bluetooth Technology.
 New versions of Bluetooth technology will meet the high-speed and large
range.
 Many companies are designing impressive bluetooth applications in
demand.
Security 13

 Authentication and encryption is

provided at the Link Manager layer.
 The PIN is translated into a 128 bit link
key which is used for authentication.
 After authentication the radios will
settle on a suitable length encryption
key to be used.
 Bluetooth relies on PIN codes to
establish trusted relationships
between devices.
 Conclusion 14

A new global standard for data and voice

 Eliminates Cables.
 Low Power, Low range, Low Cost network devices.
 Bluetooth seems to have a bright future after reviewing its benefits
and wide use.
 Further improvements are planned to be made in
 Data Rates
 Power Reduction
 Range