The Internet of Things
The Impact on the Individual and Their Role in the World
What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things refers to a computing concept that describes a future where everyday objects such as alarm clocks, coffee makers, and cars will be connected to the internet and are able to communicate to each other and develop a setting in which they will control when they turn on and when we can use them. Many people are creating more ways to monitor health, the environment, atmosphere, forests, waterways, agriculture, energy, public safety, transportation, and more. They will most likely use bluetooth to connect to each other and notify you of anything new, hazardous or life threatening.
Apple TV
The device links up to a user's TV and syncs, either via Wi-Fi or a wired network, with the user's iTunes library and streams content from an additional four. The Apple TV originally incorporated a 40 GB hard drive for storage, included outputs for HDMI and component video, and played video at a maximum resolution of 720p.
IMB Simon
The IBM Simon Personal Communicator was a handheld, touchscreen cellular phone and PDA designed and engineered by International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) and assembled under contract by Mitsubishi Electric Corp. BellSouth Cellular Corp. distributed the Simon Personal Communicator in the United States between August 1994 and February 1995, selling 50,000 units. The Simon Personal Communicator was the first cellular phone to include telephone and PDA features in one device.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard for exchanging data over short distances from fixed and mobile devices, and building personal area network. Invented by telecom vendor Ericsson in 1994, it was originally conceived as a wireless alternative to RS-232 data cables. It can connect several devices, overcoming problems of synchronization.
Impact On Individuals
With the ever-evolving IoT, individuals need to up their security game. More tech on the web means a bigger playground for hackers; that’s a nightmare for those with weak passwords.
Each person needs to begin to use stronger passwords, better virus protection, and obtain better security technology. For example, Apple has already released phones that require the owner’s fingerprint in order to unlock the device. Some tech developers are thinking of introducing facial recognition to the scene. Two-step security is on the rise, too. You enter a normal password, and then a temporary, one-time-use code is sent to your smartphone. Without the smartphone in your possession right then and there, you can’t unlock it.The Internet of Things is all about connecting anything and everything to the web. You have probably heard of things like smart watches, smart lights, smart cars, etc. With the evolving Internet of Things such as door locks and even dog collars can be expected to take a role. A new internet means a new—and more advanced—plethora of devices from which to choose. Devices such as Apple TV's, IMB Simon and Bluetooth can improve a person's daily life.
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