Impact of IoT and Cloud Computing

Question 1

IoT as a Game Changer:

Answer 1

• IoT has revolutionized daily life – affecting driving, shopping, health monitoring, and home energy use.
• Involves a vast network of connected devices and sensors collecting data.

Question 2

Role of Cloud in IoT:

Answer 2

• Cloud computing is crucial for managing the massive data generated by IoT devices.
• It connects IoT device users for various functions: device registration, identity, data storage, and accessing enterprise data.
• Cloud serves as a collection point for IoT data, minimizing latency in data reporting and response.

Question 3

Cloud-Enabled IoT Platforms:

Answer 3

• Cloud platforms support and enable IoT, from running IoT applications to customer interfaces and backend analytics.
• Cloud service providers offer specialized IoT services to accelerate IoT solution development.

Question 4

Case Study: IoT and Cloud in Wildlife Conservation

Answer 4

Problem: Increasing poaching of endangered rhinos in South Africa.

Solution: Deploying IoT sensors on animals like zebras and antelopes, connected to the IBM cloud.

Outcome: When poachers enter the area, the movement of these animals triggers alerts to rangers, enabling proactive intervention to prevent rhino poaching.