New CHROMEBOOK on It's Way (Now I Gotta Learn Something New)

[Modoc ED]

After a discussion about Windows 10 here in Gadgets & Gear last week or so, I decided to make do with my present Windows set-up (XP) and go the Chromebook route. SO, I ordered a DELL Chromebook 11 (CRM3120-1667BLK) and it has the usual ports - 1 USB 2; 1 USB 3 with BC 1.2 charging; 1 HDMI 1.4 along with Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 802.11AC Wi-Fi + BT 4.0 LE Wireless Card.

OK, what the hell is + BT 4.0 LE Wireless Card?

I shouldn't have done it huh? I shouldn't have ordered something I don't know anything about but what was I gonna do? Actually, I think I was ok until I saw that + BT 4.0 LE Wireless Card but what the hey, order it I did.

Now about that + BT 4.0 LE Wireless Card - what is it?

 

[Blues-90]

I believe that is saying it is an intel dual band wireless card that does both wi-fi and bluetooth.

 

[Planterz]

Now about that + BT 4.0 LE Wireless Card - what is it?

Bluetooth version 4.0 low energy. The low energy part is beneficial for connected devices, like headsets, smartwatches/fitness trackers, etc. Not especially useful in regards to a Chromebook, but that's the standard it supports (I believe 4.1 is the latest). Of course, it's all backwards comparable.

 

[Modoc ED]

Thanks guys. That's a start. I'll have to do some Google searches but thought someone here might give me a simple answer for a simple man. I've heard of Bluetooth before but have nothing with it so I guess it'll be a learning curve for me.

 

[Bob W]

Lots of wireless keyboards, mice, mp3 players, PDAs, smartphones, cars, GPSes, etc. use bluetooth for wireless connectivity. It's likely you have bluetooth devices and don't know it yet.

 

[cchu518]

I have a Chromebook myself it's a handy device I use it more than my tablet for most general things. I've actually remoted into my work laptop in a pinch.