the internet isn't just about computers
anymore now all kinds of everyday
objects can connect to the internet
including cars thermostats sporting
equipment refrigerators and even shoes
this is known as the Internet of Things
now you may be wondering why would
choose need to connect to the Internet
well the shoes can collect data like how
many steps you take which can be viewed
from another internet connected device
like a smartphone all the metrics
collected by the shoes can be analyzed
to tell you how many calories you've
burned give you personalized fitness
advice and much more but the Internet of
Things isn't limited to consumer
products there are city trash cans that
send alerts when they need to be emptied
sensors on bridges that check for stress
are damage to its structure and many
more examples extending to healthcare
manufacturing and agriculture among
others unfortunately there are also new
security concerns for example if you
have internet connected locks a hacker
might be able to unlock your front door
remotely and there's the issue of
privacy all of these devices are
collecting large amounts of data that
can capture your actions and location
throughout the day often we don't
exactly know all that is being collected
or how this information is being used
the Internet of Things is going to grow
exponentially over the next few years
bringing with it new benefits and
challenges
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