4. Initial idea 1

Internet of Things (IoT)

The Internet of Things refers to a network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other items that are embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies, allowing them to connect and exchange data with each other and with other devices over the internet. This technology enables objects to be controlled and monitored remotely, and it can be used in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, and more. The goal of the IoT is to create a more connected, efficient, and automated world by enabling devices to communicate and work together seamlessly. (Omkar,2018)

The growth of the IoT has been fueled by the increasing availability of affordable sensors and the widespread adoption of wireless connectivity technologies such as:

• Wi-Fi

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As more and more devices become connected, the potential for new and innovative applications of the IoT continues to expand. (oracle, no author)

This technology is quite young, but it is being improved every year. According to Steven Ranger from 

https://www.zdnet.com we can draw several key conclusions:

1. IoT Expansion: The number of connected IoT devices is expected to increase to 41.6 billion by 2025. This means that IoT technologies are becoming more and more ubiquitous in our daily lives.
2. Directions of development: The greatest opportunities for IoT devices are seen in industry and the automotive industry. However, forecasts also point to strong growth in smart homes and wearable devices.
3. The role of IoT in enterprises: According to Gartner, the enterprise and automotive sectors will have 5.8 billion devices already this year, an increase of almost a quarter compared to 2019.
4. Sectors with the highest IoT consumption: The largest IoT user will be the public services sector, thanks to the continued deployment of smart meters. Security, in the form of intrusion detection and webcams, will be the second largest use of IoT devices.
5. Fastest growing sectors: Building automation (e.g. connected lighting) will be the sector with the highest growth, followed by automotive (connected cars) and healthcare (monitoring chronic diseases).

All this indicates that IoT technology is a key element of the technological future, with great potential for development in various sectors of the economy. However, with the increasing number of IoT devices, the need to focus on security and privacy issues also increases as these devices collect and transmit huge amounts of data.

Reference:

What is the internet of things (IOT)? (no date) What Is the Internet of Things (IoT)? | Oracle United Kingdom. Available at: https://www.oracle.com/uk/internet-of-things/what-is-iot/ (Accessed: 12.04.2023).

What is the iot? everything you need to know about the internet of things right now (no date) ZDNET. Available at: https://www.zdnet.com/article/what-is-the-internet-of-things-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-iot-right-now/ (Accessed: 31 May 2023).

(No date) Introduction to IOT - researchgate | find and share research. Available at: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Omkar-Bhat/publication/330114646_Introduction_to_IOT/links/5c2e31cf299bf12be3ab21eb/Introduction-to-IOT.pdf (Accessed: 12.04.2023).

Rti, R. (2021) Download flat isometric vector illustration, man controlling factory with IOT for free, Vecteezy. Available at: https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/4579093-flat-isometric-vector-illustration-man-controlling-factory-with-iot (Accessed: 12.04.2023).

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