What are the similarities and differences between ad hoc networks and sensor networks? Explain clearly.

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Answer 1

Ad hoc networks have characteristics of band width-constrained, and energyconstrained operation. Wireless sensor networks also have such characteristics. While ad hoc networks have dynamic topologies, nodes are free to move, the mobility of nodes in a sensor network is very limited. Wireless sensor networks are ‘data centric’, unlike traditional networks where data is requested from a specific node. A wireless sensor network is a collection of tiny disposable and low power devices. The routing protocols proposed for all the traditional networks are point-to point and so these protocols are not well suited for wireless sensor networks.