This document provides an overview of Bluetooth technology, including its history, how it works, applications, advantages, and future. Bluetooth was created in 1994 by engineers seeking to develop a short-range wireless standard. It was named after the 10th century Danish king Harald Bluetooth, who united Denmark and Norway. Bluetooth allows devices to connect ad-hoc within a piconet of up to 7 devices or across multiple piconets in a scatternet. Common applications include connecting headphones, keyboards, and transferring contacts between phones and cars. The technology continues to improve security and capabilities with new versions.