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Internet of Things (IoT)
The term “Internet of Things” was coined by Kevin Ashton in 1999. This refers to the systems
connected with each other through internet to collect and transfer data without any human
intervention.
Real world application of IoT
• Smart Devices: These are part of an ecosystem of devices that can communicate with each
other, for example, thermostat, surveillance camera, etc.
• Smart Healthcare: This includes a series of devices and programs that can be used for
patient care and medical purposes, for example, Aarogya setu, Fitness bands, etc.
• Smart Communication: These devices assist in the integration of communications and
control across various transportation systems which includes smart traffic control, smart
parking, safety and road assistance, vehicle control, etc.
• Smart Buildings: These use IoT devices to monitor and control the mechanical, electronic
systems in public, private, industrial, institutional or residential buildings.
Brainy Fact
ATMs are the first IoT connected devices. They started appearing back in 1970s.
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