Understanding the Internet of Things (IoT) Concept

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What is the primary function of the IoT in terms of technical standardization?

To create a new global infrastructure for the information society (correct)
To enable secure data capture and processing capabilities
To develop advanced services by interconnecting humans
To promote the use of virtual things in the information world

What is a key characteristic of 'things' in the IoT?

They are exclusively used for advanced machine-to-machine communication
They are only static in nature
They are capable of being identified and integrated into communication networks (correct)
They are limited to the physical world

What is a major implication of the IoT?

A limitation to the use of virtual things in the information world
A decrease in the use of advanced sensing and actuation technologies
A reduction in the importance of security and privacy requirements
A significant integration of leading technologies (correct)

What is added to the information and communication technologies (ICTs) by the IoT?

The dimension of 'Any THING' communication (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of 'things' in the IoT?

To offer services to all kinds of applications (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the IoT and advanced technologies?

The IoT is expected to greatly integrate advanced technologies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of physical things in the context of IoT?

They exist in the physical world and are capable of being sensed and actuated. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of devices in the IoT ecosystem?

To collect and transfer information to the communication networks. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the communication networks in the IoT ecosystem?

To provide capabilities for reliable and efficient data transfer. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between physical things and virtual things in the IoT context?

A physical thing can be represented in the information world via one or more virtual things. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the possible ways in which devices can communicate with each other in the IoT ecosystem?

Through the communication network via a gateway, through the communication network without a gateway, or directly. (D) Signup and view all the answers