Internet of Things

The term “Internet of Things” or IoT was first introduced by Kevin Ashton in 1999. However, the technology did not gain mainstream attention until 2011 when Gartner added IoT to its list of emerging technologies. Since then, it has rapidly evolved and integrated into our daily lives and industries. By 2021, there were 21.7 billion connected devices globally, with over 11.7 billion being IoT devices, making them the majority of all connected devices in the world. This growth is attributed to advancements in various supporting technologies, which have made IoT…

Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) Understanding IoT: The Convergence of Digital and Physical Worlds The Internet of Things (IoT) signifies the convergence of the digital and physical worlds, which is fundamentally altering the way we live, work, and interact with technology. At its core, IoT refers to the integration of everyday objects with digital technologies, particularly sensors, Wi-Fi, and unique identifiers that allow these objects to communicate with one another and the external environment. By embedding these technologies into common items such as refrigerators, vehicles, and even entire…