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INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)
Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical devices that have unique identifiers
(UIDs) and are capable of communicating with other devices over the network. This technology
can transfer data over a network without any human intervention. The devices can be your
smartphones, refrigerators, televisions, washing machines, sensors, wearable devices etc.
For example, a lightbulb can be switched ON using a smartphone app. To check on SIDS (Sudden
Infant Death Syndrome), the Mimo monitor is a new kind of infant monitor that provides parents
with real-time information about their baby’s respiration, skin temperature, body position and
activity level on their smartphones.
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Using your smartphone’s range of sensors (Accelerometer, Gyro, Video, Proximity,
Compass, GPS, etc.) and connectivity options, (Cell, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, etc.) you have a
well-equipped IoT device in your pocket that can automatically monitor your movements,
location and workouts throughout the day.
EDGE COMPUTING
Edge computing is a complimentary approach to cloud computing. Edge computing keeps
computer data close to the user.
Just like cloud computing, edge computing provides storage and applications to be consumed
by end-users. Edge computing, on the other hand, runs fewer processes in the cloud and moves
those processes to local places, such as a user's computer or any IoT device.
Edge computing is used in technologies such as autonomous vehicles, video conferencing, and
augmented reality. Edge computing, for example, reduces the delay of waiting for a server in the
cloud to respond when an autonomous car makes a split-second choice to brake and avoid a collision.
AUGMENTED REALITY AND VIRTUAL REALITY
Augmented reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) bridge the digital and real worlds. Both technologies
find the greatest use in entertainment, sports/gaming, close interactive eye-to-eye communication,
and aided shopping experiences. Imagine sitting at home and browsing through a London store,
where you can see and feel the merchandise you wish to buy. This technology is also used in
education. Imagine being a live participant in a historical battle or a student of anatomy in medical
school. You can really feel the sensation of being in the battle or interact with virtual anatomical
models for a more immersive learning experience. Clickipedia
Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality is a technology that superimposes Augment means to make
sounds, images and text on the real world that we can see. greater in size or amount.
Images, information, content and interactive elements are
created by developers within applications that blend in with content in the real world.
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