Internet of Things (IoT) - Chapter One Introduction

What does IoT stand for?

Internet of Things

Who is credited with creating the term 'Internet of Things'?

Kevin Ashton

What is the primary goal of IoT?

To create self-reporting devices that can communicate in real time

What does each thing in IoT have that makes it uniquely identifiable?

A unique identifier (UID) Signup and view all the answers

When was the term 'Internet of Things' created?

1999 Signup and view all the answers

What kind of devices can be part of the IoT?

Anything with a sensor assigned a unique identifier (UID) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an IoT platform?

To manage and monitor hardware, software, and processing abilities Signup and view all the answers

Which type of IoT application includes personal and wearable devices?

Consumer IoT Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of sensor technologies in IoT?

To convert real-world variables into data that devices can interpret and share Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of unique identifiers (UIDs) in IoT?

To enable communication between devices and users Signup and view all the answers

How does edge computing contribute to IoT?

By speeding up response time by moving computational resources closer to the data source Signup and view all the answers

What is a common example of an IoT device that utilizes natural language processing (NLP) technology?

Smart home devices Signup and view all the answers

Which benefit of IoT involves removing the need to perform ordinary tasks manually?

Automation Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Internet of Things' refer to?

A vision where things become 'smart' through embedded devices and Internet connectivity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of IoT application includes tools and systems used outside of the home, such as in businesses and health care organizations?

'Commercial IoT' Signup and view all the answers

What is the core concept of the Internet of Things?

To enable communication between devices and users through unique identifiers (UIDs) Signup and view all the answers