Whereas 802.11 wireless LAN systems are designed with rigorous encryption choices and formal authentication via manageable access port hubs, Bluetooth is intended to encourage instant, interdevice communications in groups up to eight, quickly with as little overhead as possible. These investments include encryption to protect against unwanted eavesdropping, updating of management protocols to protect user systems from unexpected modifications, denial of service measures to deflect hacker attacks, and formal authentication to determine who will be allowed to exchange information. All Rights Reserved. Get your MBizCentral news delivered by e-mail newsletters. Printer friendly version.
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