Bluetooth info .doc (Abstract)

What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth wireless technology is a worldwide industry standard that enables point-to-multipoint, low-power, wireless connectivity between PCs, PDAs, mobile phones and other portable devices and connections from those devices to the LAN and Internet. The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) includes promoter companies such as 3Com, Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Lucent, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia and Toshiba, and over 2800 other adopter/associate member companies.

Why Bluetooth?
Bluetooth wireless technology is revolutionizing personal connectivity by providing freedom from wired connections. Bluetooth is also revolutionizing wireless networking by providing stronger security, better resistance to interference and longer battery life than other wireless technologies. These features, in combination with the lower costs of Bluetooth technology, make it the ideal solution for handheld wireless networking.


What it means for the handheld user
With a Bluetooth handheld, you can connect to your information where you want, when you want. Whether you're managing your schedule, accessing email, or sending an instant message to a friend, Bluetooth technology allows you to take advantage of the best network available at the time. When out of the office, you can use your handheld to connect to a wide area data network through your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone. Or you can connect at a your local Bluetooth "hot spot." In the office, you can switch to Pico's Bluetooth local area network to get even faster speeds with no airtime charges. Bluetooth technology allows you to connect from anywhere -- and that means
you can do more with your life.