Introduction to the Internet of Things
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What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

An ecology of physical devices and software communicating wirelessly over a common network, enabling a secured and seamless exchange of data and information processing.

In which year was the term 'IoT' coined?

1999

Which of the following technologies is a part of the Internet of Things?

  • Blockchain
  • Smart Sensors (correct)
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Virtual Reality

    • IoT can only be used in smart cities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is IIoT?

    <p>Industrial Internet of Things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of IoT in smart cities?

    <p>To reduce waste and maximize energy efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first 'IoT' device was made using a ______.

    <p>Coca-Cola vending machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some uses of IoT in smart cities?

    <p>Traffic monitoring, air quality monitoring, smart transportation, smart parking, smart public lighting, smart buildings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IoT has no significance in improving efficiency.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to the Internet of Things

    • The IoT is a network of physical objects connected to and exchanging data with other devices and systems via the internet.
    • Devices are embedded with sensors, software, and technology allowing for data collection and communication.
    • The term "Internet of Things" was coined by Kevin Ashton, a British technologist who worked at Procter & Gamble and later founded Auto-ID Labs at MIT.

    Brief History of the Internet of Things

    • The use of technology that informs the Internet of Things started in the 1830s with the invention of the telegraph.
    • The modern internet began in the 1980s.
    • The first iteration of an IoT device was created in 1982 using a Coca-Cola vending machine at Carnegie Mellon University.
    • RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology was invented in 1997.
    • The term "Internet of Things" (IoT) emerged in 1999.
    • The rise of smartphones in the 2010s pushed the IoT into wider use.

    Evolution of the IoT

    • The smart city concept emerged in 2012 with 'Smart City Switzerland' from the Swiss Federal Office of Energy.
    • The concept uses IoT to reduce waste, maximize energy efficiency, and improve transportation.
    • Industrial IoT (IIoT) emerged in the early 2000s.
    • "IIoT" was coined by GE in 2012.
    • IIoT uses smart sensors and actuators to streamline industrial operations.

    IoT's Importance and Impact on Society

    • The IoT has positive impact on society.
    • Benefits of the IoT include:
      • Improved efficiency
      • Better insights
      • Increased automation
      • Enhanced customer experiences

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    Explore the fascinating world of the Internet of Things (IoT), a network of physical objects that connect and communicate via the internet. Discover its history, from the telegraph to modern smart devices, and understand the evolution and impact of IoT technology on our daily lives.

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