A Bluetooth headset will work with computers as well as phones.
The Bluetooth communications protocol is a convenient way to connect peripherals to your computer. Bluetooth connections are commonly used for printers, PDA's and smartphones. Bluetooth cell phone headsets can also be connected to your computer for use with a number of applications.
Hardware Requirements
The computer must have a Bluetooth adapter. Many manufacturers offer Bluetooth compatibility as a built-in option on new computers. For systems without a built-in adapter, USB adapters are available. After installing the necessary drivers, any Bluetooth device paired with the adapter will communicate with the operating system.
Software Requirements
Starting with Windows XP, Microsoft operating systems will recognize and support a Bluetooth stack, or communications protocol. Apple operating systems will require Mac OS 10.3.6 or later. Linux users have a wide variety of command stacks and drivers to match with the OS level their computers are running.
Pairing
Once the hardware is in place and the necessary drivers are installed, the headset must be paired with the computer. The Bluetooth driver software will perform a search for new devices. When the headset is found, the software will ask for a pass code. Once this is entered successfully, the pairing is complete.
Functionality
Even though communications between the two devices are established at this point, the headset will not be useful until the device is configured as an input/output device. Audio levels and default functions must be configured in the appropriate driver sections of the operating system. Audio output must be redirected from the system speakers to the headset. Input must be routed away from the default microphone port to the headset.
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