... cell phones, pagers, Internet proxies and other electronic devices. Even current PDAs such as the Palm Pilot and Pocket PC will be Bluetooth upgradeable. Standardization is essential in the evolution of this sophisticated technology. The standard defines a uniform structure for a wide range of devices to communicate with each other, with minimal user effort. "Establishing ... a standard in this case means integrating thoroughly tested technology with the power-efficiency and low-cost of a compliant radio system," (Kansal). Development of this standard also includes a group of industry le...

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... on the application used upon it and on the sensitivity of the data transferred. The Bluetooth technology contains a set of profiles that defines a selection of messages and procedures. Blue tooth security can be defined by four elements which are, availability, access, integrity, and confidentiality. The ... the description of the usage of basic security mechanisms like authentication and encryption make up the security policy. The security policy is part of the security architecture for a Bluetooth application profile , five common Bluetooth application profiles are: o Service discover...

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... a low-cost, low-power, global radio system for integration into mobile devices. These devices can form a quick and secure connection to communicate with connected devices. Bluetooth technology creates many mobile usage models because the connections can occur while mobile devices are being carried in pockets and purses of users. Wireless lans have good networking capabilities, but there ... started the development of the 802.15 group that focuses on the Wireless Personal Area Networks (Wpan) this technology is based on Bluetooth. Where wireless lans are designed to connect large groups...

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... in a host of other devices such as PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), and Computers (or more prominently in laptops). What is wireless technology? In the computer world, there are three standards that is currently being used; 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11a standards. ... 11b is most widely used and it is also the oldest standard. There are also other wireless technologies available such as Bluetooth, which transmits at 2.4 GHz with speed up to 720kps. Bluetooth technology is primarily used in printers, cameras, and PDAs. There are also cellular technologies such as GSM, 3GSM, GPRS, CDMA ....

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... to a question he may have about an upcoming test. Wireless telecommunications has provided a convenience to many and has become part of our everyday lives. For without this technology it would be very difficult to get by. Wireless describes the products and standards that allow communication without additional electronic connections. Electronic waves traveling through the air carry information ... two-way, & three-way) PDA's, wireless modems and NIC cards for laptops. The need to keep in touch has fueled the drive for innovation in the Wireless Communication Industries. Bluetooth Technol...

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