Day 4 - Connected Devices: Internet of Things » More questions
Callum (host): Take a look at some more questions and answers relating to Internet of Things below...
Question:
What is the difference between IoT and the internet?
What is the difference between IoT and the internet?
Answer:
The main difference between the Internet and IoT is what they connect. The Internet connects people to information and each other, while IoT connects devices to each other and to people. The Internet helps you find and talk to your friends online, while IoT helps your smart devices talk to each other to make your life easier. For example, your smart thermostat might talk to your phone, so you can adjust the temperature even when you're not home.
So, while the Internet is a network for people, IoT is a network for devices to communicate and make things smarter and more convenient for us!
The main difference between the Internet and IoT is what they connect. The Internet connects people to information and each other, while IoT connects devices to each other and to people. The Internet helps you find and talk to your friends online, while IoT helps your smart devices talk to each other to make your life easier. For example, your smart thermostat might talk to your phone, so you can adjust the temperature even when you're not home.
So, while the Internet is a network for people, IoT is a network for devices to communicate and make things smarter and more convenient for us!
Question:
How do IoT devices communicate with each other?
How do IoT devices communicate with each other?
Answer:
IoT devices communicate with each other using radio signals, using standard signal processes called 'protocols'. Which protocol to use depends on a balance of power, distance and volume of information.
Some of these cover short distances, like Wi-Fi, which you may use to connect phones and computers, and 'Bluetooth' which connects headphones or smart watches to your phone. There are special protocols for smart home devices like Zigbee.
Some IoT radio protocols can cover much longer distances, like LoRaWAN which can be set up by community groups, or NB-IoT which is run by mobile providers. These are used for smart cities or environmental devices over much longer distances.
IoT devices communicate with each other using radio signals, using standard signal processes called 'protocols'. Which protocol to use depends on a balance of power, distance and volume of information.
Some of these cover short distances, like Wi-Fi, which you may use to connect phones and computers, and 'Bluetooth' which connects headphones or smart watches to your phone. There are special protocols for smart home devices like Zigbee.
Some IoT radio protocols can cover much longer distances, like LoRaWAN which can be set up by community groups, or NB-IoT which is run by mobile providers. These are used for smart cities or environmental devices over much longer distances.
Question:
What is the future of IoT, and what new innovations can we expect?
What is the future of IoT, and what new innovations can we expect?
Answer:
The future of IoT is incredibly exciting! As technology keeps advancing, we can expect even more amazing innovations, combining physical devices with Artificial Intelligence. One big trend is making everything in our lives even smarter and more connected. For example, smart cities where traffic lights talk to cars to reduce congestion, and smart farms where sensors help farmers monitor crops and animals to farm more efficiently.
Lots of innovations are in healthcare, like wearable devices that track your health in real-time and alert your doctor if something seems wrong. This could help people stay healthier, live independently, and get medical help faster.
We expect IoT to continue improving our homes. From smart thermostats that learn your preferences to control home heating, to robot assistants that help with chores like vacuuming: what else can you think of?
Overall, the future of IoT is all about making our lives easier, safer, and more convenient by connecting more devices and making them smarter. It's a future full of possibilities!
The future of IoT is incredibly exciting! As technology keeps advancing, we can expect even more amazing innovations, combining physical devices with Artificial Intelligence. One big trend is making everything in our lives even smarter and more connected. For example, smart cities where traffic lights talk to cars to reduce congestion, and smart farms where sensors help farmers monitor crops and animals to farm more efficiently.
Lots of innovations are in healthcare, like wearable devices that track your health in real-time and alert your doctor if something seems wrong. This could help people stay healthier, live independently, and get medical help faster.
We expect IoT to continue improving our homes. From smart thermostats that learn your preferences to control home heating, to robot assistants that help with chores like vacuuming: what else can you think of?
Overall, the future of IoT is all about making our lives easier, safer, and more convenient by connecting more devices and making them smarter. It's a future full of possibilities!
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