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The traditional method of synchronization uses serial cables to connect handheld devices and other computing equipment. Now, however, many handheld devices use either an infrared (IR) port or Bluetooth technology to send information to other devices without needing to use cables. |
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IrDA Data, a standard formulated by the Infrared Data Association to ensure the quality and interoperability of infrared hardware, is designed for data transfer over distances of up to one meter, acting as a point-to-point cable replacement. |
The Bluetooth 1.1 specifications consist of two documents: the Core, which provides design specifications, and the Profile, which provides interoperability guidelines.
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