The Alpha and Omega approach to Internet of Things Vocabulary ©

The Internet of Things (IoT) has finally gained legitimacy after years of excitement and enthusiasm. For corporate and industrial innovators wanting to develop IoT solutions, understanding the key terms that characterize this trend and IoT connectivity is now a first step.

🍁Glossary

1. UWB = Ultra Wide Band
2. SDN = Software Defined Network
3. RF = Radio Frequency
4. RFID = Radio Frequency Identification
5. NFC = Near Field Communication
6. QoS = Quality Of Service
7. FOTA = Firmware Over The Air
8. AES = Advanced Encryption Standard
9. M2M = Machine to Machine
10. GPRS = General Packet Radio Service

✨UWB

Ultra Wide Band

A "spark gap" transmitter that generates a very faint, extremely wide (in frequency) RF energy pulse. This signal is mostly utilized for signal localization. Broadband signal bandwidths are ideal for determining distance. UWB generates brief, narrow pulses and is an appealing choice for asset tracking and fleet/inventory management.

✨SDN

Software Defined Network

A networking method that decouples appropriate information control from hardware and assigns it to a software controller. As a result, less data may move wirelessly, making it a viable method for IoT networks.

✨RF

Radio Frequency

This term usually refers to "wireless communication" in IoT discussions. The IoT connection relies heavily on RF. Many IoT devices have RF transceiver chipsets, which allow data to be transmitted over long distances with little power consumption.

✨RFID

Radio Frequency Identification

In general, strong radio waves are used to activat enough current in a small tag to allow it to transmit back a radio message. It can only transmit data over a limited distance and with very little quantities of data. RFID tags are highly useful in asset monitoring and supply chain management since they can detect and record temperature, movement, and radiation levels.

✨NFC

Near Field Communication

It is a low-power, low-speed, short-range radio communication technology that allows two-way communication between close-proximity endpoints. NFC is a contactless communication technique between mobile devices that allows data to be sent without the need for a physical connection.

✨QoS

Quality of Service

QoS controls network capabilities and resources to create a dependable foundation for IoT connection. QoS can control delays, bandwidth, and packet loss by categorising traffic and registering channel limitations in order to provide secure and predictable services. There is a significantly greater probability of obtaining warnings or other high priority communications in near real-time when appropriate QoS management is in place.

✨FOTA

Firmware Over The Air

After mobile devices have been delivered, manufacturers can use this technology to wirelessly patch issues or remotely install new software, features, and services. FOTA is a simple and quick way to update and upgrade a mobile device wirelessly. Manufacturers may save money by updating equipment in a cost-effective and timely manner, even if they don't have physical access to them.

✨AES

Advanced Encryption Standard

An electronic data encryption specification based on a public/private key system that was established in 2001. It is important to arrange for key management while implementing AES. To far, no viable practical attacks have been discovered that have allowed unauthorized access to correctly implemented AES encrypted data. For IoT devices, this is the transport layer security standard.

✨M2M

Machine to Machine

Without the need for human interaction, linked devices share data with other connected devices. Several industries are being transformed by machines that monitor other machines without requiring human involvement. A machine, for example, may issue a warning when a new part is needed or when one has failed, minimizing the need for time-consuming and costly manual monitoring.

✨GPRS

General Packet Radio Service

A wireless communications standard for 2G and 3G cellular networks that offers a wide range of bandwidths and data rates between 56 and 114 kbps. When cellular carriers upgrade to more complex networks, GPRS networks may be more cost-effective for IoT networks. NB-IoT and LTE-M1 networks are replacing these out-of-date cellular technology.

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