The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the growing network of everyday physical devices\u2014such as home appliances, vehicles, wearable sensors, industrial machines, and smart city infrastructure\u2014that are connected to the internet and capable of collecting, sharing, and analyzing data in real time. Through this interconnection, these devices can communicate with each other and with centralized systems, enabling automation, remote monitoring, improved efficiency, and smarter decision-making across areas like healthcare, transportation, agriculture, and home living.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"