Currently many approaches for wireless network management are in progress. Especially Bluetooth based networks require an elaborate management of restrictions the Bluetooth standard implies. In this paper we will point out the main requirements to be considered before forming such networks. We will also describe the most common Bluetooth based network topologies and discuss their advantages and disadvantages. In addition to this, we will give an overview of a selected set of Bluetooth network forming algorithms and examine these under consideration of said aspects and topology decisions. Furthermore, we will compare these algorithms to the requirements of the BlueSpot system, developed by us.     «

Currently many approaches for wireless network management are in progress. Especially Bluetooth based networks require an elaborate management of restrictions the Bluetooth standard implies. In this paper we will point out the main requirements to be considered before forming such networks. We will also describe the most common Bluetooth based network topologies and discuss their advantages and disadvantages. In addition to this, we will give an overview of a selected set of Bluetooth network fo...     »