Asus USB-BT21 - Manual (Page 6)

authentication
A Bluetooth security feature that is used to verify identity. During the
initial authentication process, the Bluetooth device that initiates the
connection requires the remote device to supply a Bluetooth PIN code.
BDA Bluetooth Device Address (assigned by the manufacturer).
Bluetooth
wireless
technology
Bluetooth ® wireless technology allows short-range (within a distance of
10 meters) communication among Bluetooth enabled devices,
eliminating the need for cables. When connected, one device can use
or be used by the other, as specified by the user.
Bluetooth
security code
An alphanumeric string up to 16 characters long that is typed to
respond to a Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Also referred to as a
passkey, password, passcode or PIN code.
Client
Applications Software applications on this computer that allow this computer to use
the Bluetooth services that are provided by remote Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth device Bluetooth enabled hardware such as a computer, printer, fax, mouse,
keyboard, telephone, headset, headphones, camera, or PDA.
Dynamic Host
Control Protocol
A protocol used by a server to assign an Internet Protocol (IP) address
to a connecting device.
encryption
Encryption translates data into an unreadable format using a secret
key or password. Decrypting the data requires the same key or
password that was used to encrypt it.
HCI Host Controller Interface.
HID human interface device. A mouse or keyboard, for example.
link key
An internally generated unique security key that is exchanged by
paired devices as proof of identity before a connection is established.
Link keys are generated automatically when two devices pair.
Local Services
Bluetooth services such as Headset, Headphones, Audio Gateway, File
Transfer, and Printer that this computer provides to other Bluetooth
devices. Bluetooth services are used to carry out actions between a
program installed on your computer and a remote Bluetooth device.
My Bluetooth
services
See Local Services.
paired devices
Bluetooth devices must be paired before they can establish a secure
(authenticated and encrypted) connection. Paired devices share a
unique link key, which is exchanged automatically each time they
connect.
PDA personal digital assistant.
PIM
Personal Information Manager. An application, such as Microsoft
®
Outlook
®
, that is used to manage contacts, send and receive e-mail,
and schedule events and tasks.
Secure
connection
A Bluetooth service or application property setting that requires a
passkey or link key each time you attempt to make a connection. All
data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is encrypted. Depending
on other configuration options, authorization may also be required.
shortcut
An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files,
folders, and drives. Double-clicking such an icon opens its
corresponding folder or file without first having to find it. Shortcut
icons do not change the location of files; they simply link to the file
wherever it is located. You can delete a shortcut without deleting the
file with which it is associated. Also, you can rename a shortcut.
taskbar
notification area The area on the Windows taskbar that displays the time and can also
contain shortcuts that provide quick access to programs. This is where