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•  It improves economic growth opportunities.
                     •  The public utilities are very efficient.

                     •  They have smart and more efficient energy grids.

                     •  They have a centralised camera surveillance system which monitors the whole city.


                  Challenges of Establishing Smart Cities
                  Smart Cities offer many benefits to its residents but there are many challenges in establishing it.
                  Some of them are:

                     •  Financial challenges due to lack of proper funds.
                     •  Growing population.

                     •  Digital security issues.

                     •  Lack of high-speed internet facility and connectivity issues.
                     •  Lack of digital awareness among residents.

                     •  Technological challenges with coverage and capacity.

                     •  Difficulty in implementing government's policies and legislation.


                               Reboot


                     1.  Mention any two benefits of Smart Cities.




                     2.  Name any four devices used in Smart Home.









                                                                                                       Subject Enrichment

                            Video Session

                       You may use these video links to learn more about Smart Cities and Smart
                       Homes.
                       Link for Smart Cities video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRMiKt81nAE
                       Link for Smart Home video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CajaUoI3vU

                       After watching the video, consider your floor plan of the next activity and
                       make necessary changes accordingly.





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