Toshiba Qosmio G20 (PQG20) - Manual (Page 94)

4-22 User’s Manual
Operating Basics
Security
■ TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable WEP (encryption)
functionality, otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by
an outsider using a wireless connection. If this occurs, the outsider may
illegally access your system, eavesdrop, or cause the loss or
destruction of stored data.
■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of of data due to eavesdropping or
illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof.
Bluetooth wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between
electronic devices such as desktop computers, printers and mobile phones.
Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features:
Worldwide operation
The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operates in the 2.45 GHz
band, which is license-free and compatible with radio systems in most
countries in the world.
Radio links
You can easily establish links between two or more devices. The link is
maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight.
Security
Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security:
■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible
to falsify the origin of a message.
■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy.
Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows ® by TOSHIBA
Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following
operating systems:
■ Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 Professional
■ Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
Detailed information regarding the use with these operating systems is
listed below. Please refer also to the electronic information which is
included with each software.
This Bluetooth TM Stack is based on the Bluetooth TM Version 1.1/1.2
specification. TOSHIBA cannot confirm compatibility between any PC
products and/or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth
TM other than
TOSHIBA mobile PCs.