Page 143 - Web_Application_v2.0_C12_Fb
P. 143

EMERGING TRENDS                                                      1














                               Learning Outcomes



                     • Internet of Things (IoT)                            •  What is an Operating System (OS)?
                     • Cloud Computing and Edge Computing                  •  Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
                     • Digital Marketing and its Career Opportunities      •  Social Media Etiquettes




                 Imagine waking up to a world where your alarm clock not only
                 wakes you but also signals your coffee machine to start brewing
                 your favourite coffee. The curtains automatically open, letting in
                 the morning sunlight, and your schedule for the day is already
                 displayed on your smart mirror.

                 This is not a distant dream but a reality enabled by emerging
                 trends in technology, such as the Internet of Things (IoT).
                 Trends like IoT, artificial intelligence, blockchain and quantum
                 computing are transforming how we live, work and interact with
                 our environment. Among these, IoT stands out as a key driver of smart and connected experiences. Let us
                 explore how IoT is reshaping the modern world.

                   1.1 INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)

                 The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of interconnected
                 devices that communicate and exchange data with each other over
                 the Internet. It can be utilised remotely and can exchange data.

                 These devices include everyday objects such as smart home
                 appliances, wearable fitness trackers, industrial sensors and even
                 autonomous vehicles, all of which contribute to a more connected
                 and automated world.
                 By enabling  real-time monitoring  and  automation, IoT has
                 transformed industries like healthcare, transportation and smart
                 homes,  enhancing  efficiency  and  decision-making  through  the
                 integration of sensors, cloud computing and AI to enhance efficiency and decision-making.


                                                                                                  Emerging Trends   141
   138   139   140   141   142   143   144   145   146   147   148