IoT Challenges Flashcards
What are the main categories of loT challenges?
IoT challenges include technical and business implementation issues, such as scalability, interoperability, security, privacy, big data and analyties, legal concerns, limited resources, and human resistance.
Why is scalability a challenge for loT networks?
IoT networks may involve millions of devices, making installation, configuration, and management complex, unlike typical IT networks, which handle a few thousand endpoints. IPv6 may be needed to accommodate the vast number of devices.
What is interoperability in the context of loT?
Interoperability refers to the ability of loT devices from different vendors to work together, requiring mechanisms like tunneling or protocol translation to support legacy systems without needing replacements.
What security challenges do IoT networks face?
lot networks must secure sensitive data across various devices and layers, requiring different security measures, including tamper-proof devices, encrypted communications, and compliance with local data protection laws.
How do loT devices pose privacy concerns?
IoT devices collect sensitive personal and business data, leading to concerns about who has access to this information and how it is used, especially regarding sharing with competitors or unauthorized parties.
What big data and analytics challenges are associated with IoT?
The high volume and variety of loT data generated require proper preparation and structuring for effective storage and analysis, as data can range from simple readings to complex signals.
What legal challenges exist in the loT ecosystem?
Legal challenges include issues related to intellectual property among various stakeholders and liability concerns in case of malfunctions, such as determining responsibility in accidents involving connected vehicles.
What limitations do loT devices generally have?
Many IoT devices are simple, low-cost, and have limited memory, processing power, and data transmission capabilities, often using less than 3 MB of data per month and operating on constrained networks.
How does human resistance affect IoT implementation?
Employees may fear job displacement due to automation and loT solutions, making education and assurance crucial for overcoming resistance and promoting the technology as a beneficial aid.
What must organizations do to fully leverage loT benefits?
Organizations need to overcome the aforementioned challenges by hiring and training skilled IoT personnel to maximize the potential benefits of implementing loT solutions.
How does the scale of loT networks compare to traditional IT networks?
IoT networks can involve millions of devices, while traditional IT networks typically connect a few thousand devices, resulting in greater complexity in management and scalability.
What security measures are needed at the physical layer of loT devices?
IT devices must be tamper-proof and properly authenticated, with established rights and privileges to mitigate risks at the physical layer.
What is a common issue with data transmission in IoT networks?
A: loT devices often operate on low-power wide-area networks (LPWAN), which can have low data rates (as low as a few bits per second) and constrained transmission ranges.
