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LoRaWAN

What is LoRaWAN?

LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a low-power, long-range wireless communication protocol designed for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It enables battery-powered devices to transmit small amounts of data over distances up to several kilometers while consuming minimal power, making it ideal for sensors and remote monitoring applications. The protocol operates in unlicensed radio spectrum and uses a star-of-stars network topology where end devices communicate through gateways to a central network server.

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Long Range

LoRa

LoRa (Long Range) is a low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) wireless communication protocol designed for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It enables long-range data transmission (up to 15km in rural areas) while consuming minimal power, making it ideal for battery-powered devices that need to operate for years. LoRa operates in unlicensed radio frequency bands and is commonly used for applications like smart city sensors, agricultural monitoring, and asset tracking where small amounts of data need to be transmitted over long distances.