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How this computer uses a service that is provided by a remote device is configured on
the Client Applications tab of the Bluetooth configuration panel.
Bluetooth exchange folder
This is the highest-level directory on this computer to which a remote Bluetooth device
has access.
Devices that have been granted access to the Bluetooth exchange folder also have
access to all subfolders contained within that folder and all files in those subfolders.
NOTE: The Bluetooth exchange folder is shared by the PIM Item Transfer and the
File Transfer services and can be configured from the Properties page of either of
those services. When the Bluetooth exchange folder is reconfigured for either of these
services, the other service will be updated to use the new location. This is also shared
by the Imaging service.
General configuration settings
The settings on the General tab of the Bluetooth Configuration Panel determine
information that is displayed to remote devices.
• Computer Name: Enter a unique name to identify this computer to other Bluetooth
devices in the vicinity; this field cannot be left blank.
• Computer type: Select either Desktop or Laptop from the shortcut menu to set the
type of icon remote devices will use to represent this computer.
Bluetooth applications
Some built-in Bluetooth applications provide full functionality for a specific task, such as
locating other Bluetooth devices or synchronizing two Personal Information Managers.
Other built-in Bluetooth applications provide a way for standard Windows applications to
accomplish their tasks wirelessly. For example, a Bluetooth application may create a
wireless serial connection between computers or provide wireless access to the Internet.
The difference between Bluetooth Applications and Bluetooth Services is as follows:
• Bluetooth Applications are software programs on this computer that allow this
computer to use the Bluetooth services that are provided by other devices. In the
Bluetooth configuration panel, these programs are referred to collectively as Client
Applications.
• Bluetooth Services are software programs on this computer that provide a service to
other devices. In the Bluetooth configuration panel, these programs are referred to
collectively as Local Services.
NOTE: Client Applications and Local Services usually have coinciding names; e.g.,
there is a Fax service and a Fax application.
Access the application configuration
All of the built-in Bluetooth applications allow you to rename the application and/or require
a secure connection when using the application.
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