• Network of physical devices with sensors, software, and connectivity
• Enables data exchange among connected ports

Hub/Control System

• Central component connecting IoT devices
• Collects, processes, analyzes data, and sends commands
• Can be a physical device or software platform

Smart Devices

• Everyday objects enhanced with computing and internet capabilities
• Sense environment, process data, and perform tasks autonomously

Wearables

• Subsets of smart devices worn on the body
• Monitor health, provide real-time information, and offer hands-free interface

Sensors

• Detect changes in environment, converted into data
• Measure various parameters (temperature, motion, etc.)
• Enable interaction and autonomous decisions in smart devices

IoT Risks

Weak Default Settings

• Common security risk
• Default usernames/passwords are easy targets for hackers