2.1 Introduction to Thread Network

Thread is an IPv6-based, low-power wireless mesh networking protocol designed for Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Operating over IEEE® 802.15.4 radio technology, it enables secure, reliable, and scalable device-to-device communication.

Key characteristics include:

Self-healing mesh networking
IPv6 addressing for direct internet connectivity
Low power consumption suitable for battery-operated devices
Built-in security with network-wide encryption
No single point of failure
Support for more than 250 devices in a single network

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