Design of 6LoWPAN Border Router Based on Multiple Open Source Systems

Design of 6LoWPAN Border Router Based on Multiple Open Source Systems

Abstract: Based on the open-source system OpenWrt, an application program socket-support was developed, and 6LBR was ported to OpenWrt. Using the TP-link TL-WR703N chip and the low-power CC1310 chip produced by TI as the core hardware platform, a 6LoWPAN border router was designed based on Contiki, 6LBR, and the OpenWrt system. Two 6LoWPAN sub-nodes were … Read more

Solving Containerd Insufficient Space Issues on OpenWRT

Continuing from the last time: [[Solving Docker Insufficient Space Issues on OpenWRT]] After resolving the insufficient space issue when pulling Docker images, I encountered a new problem. When I was creating my third container, Containerd indicated that there was insufficient space. Containerd is essentially the container management tool. We have addressed the storage issue for … Read more

Did You Know? Major Software in China Originates from Open Source

Did You Know? Major Software in China Originates from Open Source

Recently, the progress made by China’s startups and high-tech companies is evident. Whether in software, hardware, or business model innovation, domestic enterprises are no longer inferior to their foreign counterparts. Especially in terms of market share and user numbers, Chinese high-tech companies are truly impressive. But did you know? Currently, many major software products in … Read more

Detailed Guide to Setting Up Crontab on OpenWrt Router

Detailed Guide to Setting Up Crontab on OpenWrt Router

Background Currently, many universities implement a one-device policy in dormitories, where each person must have their own internet connection, and only two devices are allowed to connect. This is said to be for better network management and to trace individual usage. However, it is quite absurd, as the internet fees are high, and usage is … Read more

Installing OpenWRT on VMware: A Step-by-Step Guide

Installing OpenWRT on VMware: A Step-by-Step Guide

Prerequisites The host must support intel virtual technology, which is Intel’s virtualization technology. You can check and set this in the BIOS. If you encounter the following image during the installation of openwrt, it indicates that the settings were not configured or were configured but not saved. Installing VMware We go to the official website … Read more

Creating a Customized OpenWRT Router with Raspberry Pi CM4

Creating a Customized OpenWRT Router with Raspberry Pi CM4

Unlocknew skills with the Raspberry Pi! Revive your dusty Raspberry Pi! Everyone is welcome to participate Digi-Key Electronics in collaboration with DFRobot and a group of technical experts are hosting a Creative and Technical “Pi” Event! We will share rich experiences and skills in Raspberry Pi application development through 8 technical themed video lectures. You … Read more

OpenWrt: A Customizable Linux-Based Router OS

OpenWrt: A Customizable Linux-Based Router OS

Introduction OpenWrt is an open-source operating system primarily used for embedded devices, especially wireless routers and access points. It is based on the Linux kernel and designed to replace the firmware provided by manufacturers, offering users more flexibility, customization, and features. Here are some key features of OpenWrt: 1. Customizability: OpenWrt provides an extensible framework, … Read more

Getting Started with Router Firmware Compilation

Getting Started with Router Firmware Compilation

0×01 Environment Preparation 1. This time we will use the open-source OPENWRT source code for compilation. OpenWRT is a highly modular and automated embedded Linux system, with powerful network components and extensibility, often used in industrial control devices, telephones, small robots, smart homes, routers, and VOIP devices. It also provides over 100 pre-compiled software packages, … Read more

Detailed Explanation and Application of MQTT IoT Protocol

Detailed Explanation and Application of MQTT IoT Protocol

Hello everyone, this article introduces the MQTT protocol and how to use the MQTT client and develop it in the OpenWrt system, along with relevant example code. Introduction to MQTT MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) is a lightweight communication protocol designed for transmitting messages in low bandwidth and unstable network environments. It was originally developed … Read more

4 Tools for Building Embedded Linux Systems

4 Tools for Building Embedded Linux Systems

Learn about Yocto, Buildroot, OpenWRT, and modified desktop distributions to determine which method is best for your project. — Drew Moseley Useful original link Please visit the “original link” at the end for clickable in-text links, full-size original images, and related articles. Thanks Compiled from | https://opensource.com/article/18/6/embedded-linux-build-tools | Author | Drew Moseley | Translator | … Read more