Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Today I want to discuss a simple term that was coined
the “Internet of Things or IoT” in 1999 by Kevin Ashton during a presentation
at Proctor and Gamble (DATAFLAIR TM, 2019).
What IoT means is that in virtually every area of technology- a device,
sensor, and software are connected to each other. (DATAFLAIR TM, 2019)
Furthermore, it’s a platform of sorts where we connect
things embedded with electronics, software, and sensors to the internet which
allow it to connect and exchange data.
Have you ever wondered how the computer in your
vehicle works and how a technician at a dealership explains what the computer
sensors are telling them the problem is? I have wondered that a ton of times
and often asked the question to the technician “but how do you know that’s what
the problem is? What about other variables that only experience can tell you,
maybe the computer isn’t correct?” It
usually ends up with a disapproving look from the technician, but you can’t
blame me for asking right?
I
have a buddy that has a blog about Artificial Intelligence and post some
provocative, yet thought provoking topics on Artificial Intelligence. Sometimes
he asked how or when AI will take over for humans. I have included a graphic representation of
how Artificial Intelligence interacts with the IoT and the percentage of users
with devices from 2003-2020. See image
below and to read his blog- click this link: Tony's Artificial
Intelligence Blog.
Figure 1. Devices per Users from 2003-2020, understanding the IoT
Figure 2. Features of the IoT, focus on AI as part of IoT device usage, 2019.
Wonder how this
works? Think about how the connectivity or networking; the sensors needed to
collect, analyze, and share data; and lastly the devices needed to connect to
the network?
What does all this
mean to the future of cloud computing? I have often wondered what can cloud
computing do for your home network. Someone has to manage the systems
(servers), and the software (application/program) for how we connect to the
cloud. Is it possible to have my own
cloud?
There have always
been concerns on sharing our personal information or it being uploaded into the
“cloud” and sometimes people use this term without knowing what it actually means. I will infer that we are already at an age of
predictive analysis in the web, cloud computing, and networking in the realm of
emerging technologies. If you’re one that covets your personal information like
I do, then I suggest you read between the lines or the “small print” of the
privacy section of any company that offers cloud computing.
Think about this – if
you have used Amazon, Google, Netflix, Hulu, Facebook, Instagram, etc- you are
already using some form of cloud computing, whether it be the infrastructure
(servers/equipment), platform (system/application), or software (program) as a
service and should read the proprietary, third party sharing, and privacy
policy of those companies.
For more information
about the IoT, please see the following website blog from Data Flair Team.
Let me know what you think
about the IoT and how cloud computing are being used today and in the future.
Should there be restrictions?
For more information on
the future of Cloud Computing please see the website below.
~Nick A.
References:
Data
Flair Team (2019). IoT tutorial for
beginners - a perfect guide to refer in 2019. Retrieved from https://data-flair.training/blogs/iot-tutorial/
Data
Flair Team (2019). What’s next after cloud computing? – future of cloud
computing. Retrieved from https://data-flair.training/blogs/next-after-cloud-computing/
Nick,
ReplyDeleteThis is a very interesting post. I love the topic and I also like how you incorporated Tony's blog with a link. So, when I like about the expansion of artificial intelligence and the cloud, I am drawn to television commercials to see where we are today. More and more smart devices are connected and using cloud computing. I recently bought a new truck and the dealer had me install an application which can do everything from start my truck, tell me the tire pressure, lock the doors, let me know when maintenance is due, tell me about recalls, and many more options. It really is awesome and scary at the same time. If you buy you kid a car, you could use this application to see where they have traveled. This raises some concerns and makes you wonder if "big brother" is watching you. Thanks for the post.
Chuck
Chuck,
DeleteBrother- I totally get that- like you said watching movies and the like about technology advancement, artificial intelligence, and even those crazy technology installed vehicles like ford with the "see through" video allowing you to see through your trailer- I still can't imagine how that even works. I will say one thing- just my opinion- people are drawn to technology and things that make life more convenient. I know there are laws against most of the things we as citizens are afraid of, but if we aren't doing anything bad- then why freak out about it. I do see how some technology is useful like the tracker device on a child's vehicle and what not, but again people will think that is cutting edge and "want" it. I bought my son the vehicle that I currently have when he was 10- but he doesn't know that it's his- standard model no extra technology other than factory installed for a reason- he wants a vehicle with heated seats, wifi, just like any other kid would want. However- that's not what hes going to get in 3 years. lol.
Thanks for the reply.
~Nick
Nick,
ReplyDeleteGreat post as you know that I am a "little" tech savvy and like learning about the "new" or "in" products. During the Black Friday jazz, I bought a the Google Home, now in the "experiment" phase with "smart" bulb and thermostats and anything else that it may come with. So far I like the "AI" type addition to our home as it allows us to monitor our home when we are away and to check on our son when we are out alone. I think the "AI" and "the cloud" are great additions as long as you understand that you are agreeing to terms and conditions of the software giants. You have the option to turn off certain things but it limits the capability. So i would say to do your homework first, then purchase and experiment. I, like Chuck, love that you posted a collaboration post (with Tony).
Thanks for the great read and insight.
--Lisa
Lisa,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments and feedback- I think we are alike about the tech savvy stuff! I have been thinking about the google home idea for my wife-she want's a "total controlled" technology home in which I don't mind, but agree with you that you must do your homework. You have to understand you are at the mercy of the tech giants when choosing to utilize their services. Over this past holiday- my cousin was making fun of her father because he doesn't use a computer for shopping and prefers to call the HSN Home Shopping Network for deals over the phone and give out his credit card information that way. I know the HSN right! He also doesn't use google because he read somewhere that google collects your information and uses it against you. So I explained to him that those things are predictive analysis and algorithm build by just about any platform. He does have a cloud account for apple and I said "what do you think Apple does with that? have you received suggestion on the apps you use and music they recommend?" He said yes, but you could see his mind was blown. So I bought him a book about it. lol. Thanks for the post Lisa!
~Nick Arambula