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• Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies for the purpose of connecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems over the internet
• Devices range from ordinary household objects to sophisticated industrial tools
• Lightbulbs, refrigerators, coffee makers, and other devices have transformed into conduits for the future, turning physical information into digital data
• The "smart home" uses internet-enabled gadgets to automate tasks, save time, and enhance experiences
• The real promise of IoT is making physical surroundings accessible to digital computers, allowing for predictions about consumer behavior and climate events
• Four fundamental components of IoT:

  • Sensors/Devices collect data from surroundings
  • Connectivity mediums include cellular networks, WiFi, Bluetooth, and satellite networks
  • Data Processing in the cloud analyzes collected data
  • User Interface presents information to end users and allows for adjustments
• IoT helps people live and work smarter, offering automation for homes and real-time insights for businesses
• IoT is essential for businesses to stay competitive and improve efficiency
• Businesses can automate processes, reduce labor costs, cut down on waste, and improve service delivery through IoT
• The future rule is "Anything that can be connected, will be connected," leading to endless opportunities and connections
• IoT applications include smart transportation networks and "smart cities" to improve efficiency and energy use
• IoT allows for predictions about consumer behavior and climate events, but also raises concerns about privacy and security
• In 1990, John Romkey created the first IoT device: a toaster controlled by a computer
• Kevin Ashton coined the term "internet of things" in 1999 to describe sensors acting as the eyes and ears of a computer
• LG introduced the first connected refrigerator in 2000, marking the beginning of affordable IoT devices for consumers
• Amazon introduced the Echo speaker with Alexa in 2014, shifting the focus towards voice assistants in the smart home
• By 2014, the number of internet-connected devices surpassed the number of people in the world, with over 20 billion connected things today
• Today, there are over 20 billion connected things in the world
• IoT benefits to organizations:

  • Monitor overall business processes
  • Improve customer experience
  • Save time and money
  • Enhance employee productivity
  • Integrate and adapt business models
  • Make better business decisions
  • Generate more revenue
• IoT is most abundant in manufacturing, transportation, and utility organizations

  • IoT can benefit farmers in agriculture by automating farming techniques
• The ability to monitor operations surrounding infrastructure is a factor that IoT can help with

  • Sensors can be used to monitor events or changes within structural buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure
• Consumer and enterprise IoT applications:

  • Smart homes equipped with smart thermostats, appliances, and connected devices
  • Wearable devices for collecting and analyzing user data
  • IoT in healthcare for monitoring patients and managing tasks like inventory
  • Smart buildings for reducing energy costs using sensors
  • IoT-based smart farming systems for monitoring crop fields
• IoT security and privacy issues:

  • Advantages include accessing information from anywhere, improved communication, saving time and money, and automating tasks
  • Disadvantages include the risk of hackers stealing confidential information, challenges in managing data from numerous devices, system bugs affecting all connected devices, and lack of international compatibility standards
• The future of the Internet of Things:

  • Objects in our world may sense and react to us individually
  • Smart offices, smart buildings, smart cities, and smart hospital rooms with sensors
  • Autonomous vehicles connected to the internet
  • Growth of IoT leading to new cyber warfare possibilities and privacy concerns
  • Need for faster internet, better data security, and improved compatibility among IoT devices
• Cloud Computing:

  • A network of resources that companies can access to increase efficiency
  • Forbes predicts that 83% of enterprise workloads will be in the cloud by 2020
  • Cloud storage and sharing is a popular trend adopted by many companies
  • Cloud services help save on information technology infrastructure and extend internal functions for revenue
• Mobile Computing and Applications:

  • 77% of Americans own smartphones
  • Mobile traffic is projected to increase in 2019
  • Mobile applications, consumer capabilities, and payment options are necessary for businesses
  • Fastest-growing companies have established mobile websites, marketing, and apps for security and user-friendliness
• Big Data Analytics:

  • Big data allows businesses to analyze extensive sets of information for growth opportunities
  • Data mining helps predict growth opportunities and future success
  • Data analytic programs are advancing for better data management
  • Big data is essential for converting leads into paying customers
• Automation:

  • Automated processes collect information and expedite customer interactions
  • Machine processes automate repetitive tasks, increasing organization-wide productivity
  • Automation can create more job opportunities for IT professionals
  • Machine learning enhances automated processes for continual development
• Artificial Intelligence and Smart Machines:

  • AI harnesses algorithms and machine learning to predict useful patterns
  • AI services are used daily by Americans in various forms
  • AI is used for scheduling, assessing business risk, predicting maintenance, and improving energy efficiency
  • AI promotes safety for citizens through software improvements
• Virtual Reality:

  • VR enables users to interact with a computer-generated environment
  • VR applications immerse users in a simulated reality through interactive devices
  • VR technologies like HTC Vive Pro Eye, Oculus Quest, and Playstation VR are leading the way
  • VR is revolutionizing industries such as healthcare, retail, and education
• Augmented Reality:

  • AR enhances the real world with interactive scenarios
  • Common applications include Pokémon Go and Layar
  • AR is used in airports, retail, cosmetics, and furniture stores
  • AR glasses, contacts, and apps like Glass - X and Google Lens are advancing in production and sales
• Blockchain:

  • Blockchain is a secure method of recording information that is difficult to change
  • Blockchain data offers a safe way for transactions with suppliers and customers
  • Blockchain systems provide added protection for private data in industries like healthcare and information technology
• Internet of Things (IoT):

  • IoT products have integrated Wi-Fi and network connectivity abilities
  • IoT allows for enhanced experiences in homes and on the road
  • IoT enriches the IT industry and creates job opportunities
  • IoT careers are expected to increase in the next few years
• 5G:

  • 5G is the 5th generation mobile network with higher data speeds and reliability
  • 5G enables new user experiences and connects new industries
  • 5G impacts industries like transportation, healthcare, agriculture, and logistics
  • 5G is used for enhanced mobile broadband, mission-critical communications, and massive IoT