"The Internet of Things"(IoT) can refer to anything that humans use. Every object has the potential to become smart when connected to the internet, just like humans themselves!
What is the Internet of Things?
According to the definition from Wikipedia: "The Internet of Things (IoT) is a scenario in which objects, animals, or people are provided with unique identifiers and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. IoT has evolved from the convergence of wireless technologies, micro-electromechanical systems, and the internet. In simple terms, it is a collection of devices that can connect with each other, with the internet, and with the outside world to perform a specific task".
In simpler words, IoT encompasses all devices that can connect with each other. The connectivity can be achieved through Wi-Fi, broadband networks (3G, 4G), Bluetooth, ZigBee, or infrared. These devices can include smartphones, coffee makers, washing machines, headphones, light bulbs, and many other devices.
Applications of IoT in reality
Nowadays, IoT is widely applied in smart home systems by allowing the automation of turning on/off electrical devices in the house such as lights, heating systems, and air conditioners through smartphones or tablets.
Furthermore, IoT devices can collect data and analyze user data to process specific situations. For example, they can detect and raise an alarm when there is a break-in or notify family members when a loved one encounters a problem, or send alerts when a fire is detected.
In some major cities around the world, IoT devices are also used in building smart city models. They can adjust traffic lights to optimize traffic flow, monitor and report noise levels, pollution levels, and integrate with public camera systems to gather information about residents.
Seize business opportunities with IoT
The increasing development of technology-driven lifestyles has led to a high demand for IoT. IoT plays an important role for smart device providers and startup companies, who can utilize it to equip their products with remote control functionality, real-time management, configurable notifications, immediate cloud services, and integration capabilities with smartphones and other consumer devices.
The IoT market ecosystem is becoming increasingly complex, but fundamentally, it operates under the B-B-C formula (Business-Business-Consumer). IoT providers offer specialized tools to smart device development companies, who then refine their products and sell them to end-users. Typically, IoT solutions are accessed through a cloud service subscription provided by the vendor.
Vinadata is a technology company specializing in IoT solutions, with years of experience in cloud computing consulting and application development. Vinadata's IoT technology facilitates easy connectivity of devices to the network and enables the development of applications to control and manage them.
(Source: technative, mobidev, iscoop, etc.)