overview

    the bluetooth network access application makes it possible for this computer:

    1.to connect to a local area network via a physical connection on a remote bluetooth device. or

    2.to connect to an ad hoc network provided by a remote bluetooth device.

    the type of network connection that is available is determined by the configuration of the remote bluetooth device.

    create a network access connection

    establish a connection using one of these techniques

    1.windows system tray, bluetooth icon

    2.from my bluetooth places

    3.using the bluetooth setup wizard

    close a network access connection

    1.if the connection was established via the bluetooth icon in the windows system tray; click the bluetooth icon, select quick connect, network access and then select the device that is providing the service (active connections have a checkmark in front of them). or

    2.no matter how the connection was created, in my bluetooth places, right-click the service name and select disconnect.

    configure

    the bluetooth configuration panel ] client applications ] network access ] general tab provides options to configure:

    1.the application name—to change it, highlight the existing name and enter the new name.

    2.enable or disable secure connection. to enable secure connection, place a checkmark in the box.