Bluetooth generally allows two electronic devices to communicate wirelessly. With each passing day, the Bluetooth technology is being used in a growing number of devices. However, one of the most popular uses of this technology is to connect devices or accessories to a laptop or desktop computer. By using Bluetooth technology, you are minimizing the use of cables, which significantly enhances your mobility as well.

Bluetooth technology is generally used to connect your PC and a device that might otherwise have been connected to your computer using cables. This Bluetooth technology uses radio signals to send and receive data between your computer and the Bluetooth device using a very low energy.

Bluetooth-enabled devices that can be connected to the computers include wireless mouse, keyboards, printers, headsets and mobile phones. A Bluetooth-enabled computer can connect to all the above devices at the same time. In order to use Bluetooth, a computer either should have in-built Bluetooth service or an external USB Bluetooth dongle, which needs to be plugged in to make the computer Bluetooth-enabled.

Before using a Bluetooth device in your computer, the device must be paired with your computer first. Every Bluetooth device has its own pairing code. The Bluetooth software on the PC allows the user to search for Bluetooth devices in the area. Then it asks the user for the pairing code to start with the communication.

The Bluetooth technology allows the users to get rid of the cables to connect their computer with other Bluetooth-enabled accessories. Since the devices are not physically tied up with each other, those can be used from a greater distance.

Bluetooth generally has a range of 15 to 35 ft depending on the device. In order to use a particular Bluetooth-enabled device, you need to keep your computer within the given range. Else they will fail to communicate with each other. So, get smart and get rid of the untidy cables – use Bluetooth!