Adafruit offers a new, combination WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 USB adapter. Its WiFi half can be used to make Internet of Things devices cable-free. Or, take advantage of the single-board Linux computer’s USB ports to add a low-cost, but highly reliable wireless link.
The Bluetooth side of this adapter can be used for BLE connectivity projects and devices. It’s ideal for if you only have a single USB port (a.k.a. Raspberry Pi A+ or BeagleBone) as there’s no need for a hub to add both types of wireless.
If you only need a WiFi Module, consider the Miniature WiFi Module or the beefier USB WiFi Module. However, for just Bluetooth, the Bluetooth 4.0 USB Module works well.
Drivers for Bluetooth modules are built into Windows 10+, so users do not need to install additional software or download anything. Just plug it in and let Windows auto-install the BT driver. This only takes a few minutes.
Check out this tutorial for more support.
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