IoT: Beyond Smart Homes, Towards Sentient Infrastructure
Imagine a world where your refrigerator automatically orders groceries when you're running low, your thermostat adjusts to your preferred temperature before you even get home, and your car alerts you to potential maintenance issues before they become major problems. This isn't science fiction; it's the reality powered by the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT is rapidly transforming how we live and work, connecting devices and enabling seamless data exchange to optimize processes and enhance our daily lives.
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
Definition and Core Concepts
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the network of physical objects – “things” – that are embedded with sensors, Software, and other technologies for the purpose of connecting and exchanging data with other devices and sy...