MomTalk.com January 6, 2009: The women's magazine for moms about children, family, health, home, fashion, careers, marriage & more

Bluetooth Basics

By Michelle Hainer

Even if you didn't realize it, you probably know someone who has a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone. They're the people chatting away with no phone or headset cord in sight, and instead have a little wireless device inserted into their ear. But did you know that Bluetooth, a technology that transmits data using low-power radio waves, could also connect your computer, printer, keyboard and PDA device, all without a cable in sight, too?

This concept was life-changing for Deepika Gupta, a mom and bank analyst who often works from home. Armed with her Bluetooth-enabled cell phone and laptop, Gupta can move through her house freely to do laundry, keep an eye on her 17-month-old toddler, and conduct business all at the same time.
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