he Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical devices, or "things," that are connected to the internet and can exchange data and information among themselves. These devices can vary in size or shape, ranging from simple sensors to large appliances.
The idea of connecting objects has been discussed since the 1990s, but it's only in recent years that IoT has been put into practice. Much of this progress is due to the development of new technologies such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

How does IoT work?

IoT operates through devices with sensors and actuators that collect data from the environment, such as temperature, humidity, or motion. Actuators are devices that take actions based on the data collected by the sensors.
An example is a sensor used to measure the temperature of a room. If the temperature exceeds a pre-established limit, the actuator can turn on a device to cool the room.
 Applications

IoT has a wide range of applications:
Smart Homes: Connected sensors and devices enable the control of lighting, temperature, security, and other systems through smartphone apps or voice commands.
Healthcare: Monitoring devices can track patients' health and send real-time information to healthcare professionals, facilitating medical monitoring.
Smart Cities: Sensors in urban infrastructure can collect data on traffic, air quality, public lighting, and other factors to improve urban management and quality of life.
Manufacturing: Companies can use connected sensors to monitor the performance of machines and equipment, optimizing maintenance and production.
Logistics: IoT can be used to track the movement of goods and improve logistics efficiency.
Agriculture: Sensors can collect information about soil, plants, and weather conditions to enhance precision agriculture.

Trends

Despite being in its early stages, IoT has the potential to transform and improve our way of living. With the advancement of technologies, more and more objects will be connected around us.
What is the most unusual object you have seen as technology? What object that is not connected at the moment would you like to see connected?

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