Internet of Things
Quick Definition
Network of physical objects with sensors exchanging data
Full Definition
A network of physical objects with sensors, software, and connectivity that collect and exchange data.
Examples
smart home devices, industrial sensors, connected vehicles
Related Terms
edge-computing
mqtt
smart-home
More Internet of Things Terms
Smart Grid
IoT-enhanced electrical grid with sensors for power distribution
Fog Computing
Decentralized computing extending cloud to the network edge
Precision Agriculture
Using IoT sensors and data to optimize farming
Connected Vehicle
Internet-connected vehicle communicating with infrastructure
Firmware
Low-level software controlling IoT device hardware
NFC
Short-range wireless technology for contactless data exchange