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5.5 Bluetooth Applications
5.5.1 Overview
Some built-in Bluetooth applications provide full functionality for a
specific task, such as locating other Bluetooth devices or synchronizing
two Personal Information Managers.
Other built-in Bluetooth applications provide a way for standard
Windows applications to accomplish their tasks wirelessly. For
example, a Bluetooth application may create a wireless serial
connection between computers or provide wireless access to the
Internet.
The difference between Bluetooth Applications and Bluetooth Services
are described as follows:
• Bluetooth Applications
These are software programs running on the Bluetooth-enabled
computer that allow the Bluetooth-enabled computer to use the
Bluetooth services that are provided by other devices. In the Bluetooth
configuration panel, these programs are referred to collectively as
“Client Applications.”
• Bluetooth Services
These are software programs running on the Bluetooth-enabled
computer that provide a service to other devices. In the Bluetooth
configuration panel, these applications are referred to collectively as
“Local Services.”
Note:
Client Applications and Local Services usually have
coinciding names; e.g., there may be a Fax service and a Fax
application.
