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6LoWPAN, or IPv6 over Low-Power Wireless Personal Area Networks, is a networking protocol designed for low-power devices with limited processing capabilities and memory. It is particularly suited for wireless sensor networks and the Internet of Things (IoT) where devices need to communicate over short distances with minimal energy consumption.
The protocol is defined by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and is standardized in RFC 4944.
One of the key features of 6LoWPAN is its ability to compress IPv6 headers, which are typically
6LoWPAN also includes mechanisms for address auto-configuration, enabling devices to join the network without manual configuration.
Despite its advantages, 6LoWPAN faces challenges such as security vulnerabilities and scalability issues in large networks.
In summary, 6LoWPAN is a crucial protocol for enabling IPv6 connectivity in low-power wireless networks, facilitating