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Lifi, Wifi

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ALL ABOUT Li-Fi

Introduction to Li-Fi
- Li-Fi: A light communication system capable of transmitting data at high speeds using
visible light, ultraviolet, and infrared spectrums.

- Functionality: Allows internet connection using light from lamps, streetlights, or LED
televisions.

History of Li-Fi
- Research: Started by Professor Harald Haas in 2006.

- Company: In 2012, Haas co-founded pureLiFi to commercialize the technology.

- Concept Introduction: Coined the term “Li-Fi” and demonstrated it at TED Global in
2011.

Devices Used in Li-Fi


1. LED Light: Used to transmit data.

2. Photo Detector: Receives the light signal.

3. Dongle: Acts as an adapter for devices.

4. Modem: Connects the light signal to the internet.


How Li-Fi Works
- Transmission: Uses LED lights to send data.

- Reception: Photo detectors receive the light signals and convert them into data.

Advantages of Li-Fi
- Higher Bandwidth: More data can be transmitted.

- Better Efficiency: Efficient use of light.

- Better Connectivity: Reliable connection.

- Greater Security: Light waves cannot pass through walls.

- Lower Cost: LED lights are inexpensive.

- Environmentally Friendly: Uses existing lighting infrastructure.

Limitations of Li-Fi
- Dependence on LED Lights: Needs LED lights to work.

- Limited Range: Coverage area is about 10 meters.

- Limited Scalability: Hard to expand.

- Higher Installation Cost: Initial setup is costly.

- Interference: Affected by other light sources.

- Light Waves Cannot Pass Through Objects: Requires line of sight.

Wi-Fi vs. Li-Fi


- Wi-Fi:
- Uses radio waves, speed ranges from 150 Mbps to 2 Gbps.

- Coverage area up to 32 meters.

- Components: routers, modems, and access points.

- Connects multiple points, but can be expensive and slow.

- Li-Fi:

- Uses LED light signals, speed about 1 Gbps.

- Coverage area about 10 meters.

- Components: LED bulbs and photo detectors.

- Connects point-to-point, cheaper, and provides high-speed internet.

Future Applications of Li-Fi


1. Airlines/Aeroplane: In-flight communication.

2. Hospital Equipment: Safe data transmission in hospitals.

3. Underwater Communication: Effective for underwater data transfer.

4. Traffic Light and Vehicle Communication: Improves traffic management.

Future Developments in Li-Fi


- Higher Data Rates: Increasing speed.

- Improved Efficiency: Enhancing performance.

- Security Enhancement: Better security features.

- Commercialization and Market Adoption: Wider use and acceptance.

- Integration with 5G and Beyond: Compatibility with future technologies.


Conclusion
Li-Fi is a promising technology with the potential for high-speed, secure, and efficient
data transmission using light. It offers several advantages over traditional Wi-Fi but also
comes with limitations that need to be addressed for broader adoption.

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