Q16Internet of Things
Question
4 marks
Explain the difference between Zigbee and BLE protocols.
Answer
Zigbee is for complex mesh networks, while BLE is for simple, low-power point-to-point connections.
Zigbee is based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard and is designed for low-data-rate, low-power applications. Its key strength is supporting complex mesh networks, allowing devices to route data through each other over larger areas.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), on the other hand, is optimized for extremely low power consumption and short-range communication, primarily operating in a star topology or point-to-point, making it ideal for wearables and personal area networks.