What is it?
- Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet.
Features
- Connectivity: Devices are connected to the internet and communicate with each other.
- Automation and Control: IoT enables devices to perform tasks automatically.
- Data Collection: Sensors collect real-time data from the environment.
- Remote Monitoring: Devices can be accessed and controlled remotely
Working of IoT
Applications of IoT
- Agriculture: Precision farming, smart irrigation.
- Healthcare: Remote patient monitoring, smart wearable devices.
- Smart Cities: Smart traffic lights, waste management, pollution monitoring.
- Industry (IIoT): Automation, predictive maintenance.
- Home Automation: Smart appliances, lighting, security systems.
- Transport: Fleet tracking, intelligent traffic systems.
Advantages and Challenges of IoT
- Advantages
- Improved efficiency and productivity
- Cost savings through automation
- Enhanced decision-making with data analytics
- Better resource management
- Challenges in IoT:
- Privacy and Security Risks: Data breaches, hacking.
- Lack of Standardization: Different platforms and protocols.
- High Cost of Implementation
- Digital Divide: Unequal access in rural areas.
Government Initiatives
- National Digital Communications Policy 2018
- Smart Cities Mission
- IoT Centre of Excellence by MeitY
- Digital India Programme
- Agristack & e-NAM (in agriculture)