Bluetooth Technology

Introduction

Wireless communication is now a common phenomenon. Bluetooth devices communicate directly with each other, rather than sending traffic through an in-between device such as a wireless router. Bluetooth technology, which can be found in many of the devices we use every day. The wireless technology connects mice and keyboards to our computers.

What is a Bluetooth driver?

A Bluetooth driver allows wireless communication between a Bluetooth enabled laptop, desktop computer or tablet and other Bluetooth-enabled devices like a mouse, keyboard, and headphones. It can generally handle being paired with many Bluetooth devices at once.

What devices use Bluetooth?

Bluetooth was invented as a wireless alternative to wired keyboards, headphones, and speakers. Now, Bluetooth is widely used, from connecting our phones to our cars, our headphones to our phones, and in smart home security gadgets.

Who regulates Bluetooth technology?

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) creates wireless technology standards for hardware manufacturers to use when they create new devices.

What is the latest Bluetooth version?

Bluetooth 5.2 is the latest version of the Bluetooth wireless communication standard. Additionally, in January 2020 SIG announced a new Bluetooth standard for audio called LE (Low Energy) Audio.

How do you add Bluetooth to a PC?

Most PCs have Bluetooth built in already, so double check that yours actually doesn't before buying anything. If you need to add Bluetooth, you'll need a free USB port. Purchase a USB Bluetooth adapter or dongle and plug it into the port, then download the drivers from the adapter manufacturer's website (or it may prompt you to on its own). Once you've done that you should be able to pair your Bluetooth devices and start using them.