Internet of Things (IoT) Network

The IoT network infrastructure topic section offers comprehensive resources on building and managing a network architecture capable of handling the Internet of Things. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different technologies and get guidance on various frameworks and protocols such as Bluetooth LTE, Wi-Fi and Zigbee.

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New Trend in IoT: Digital Twin Tech

Digital twin tech, or a virtual representation of a product, is a critical concept in IoT that’s still being sorted out. Explore its benefits to IoT, 7 use cases and why it’s important for manufacturing’s future.

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Internet of Things (IoT) Network News

April 17, 2019 17 Apr'19
IoT device monitoring added to Nyansa Voyance

Nyansa has added IoT traffic analytics to its network monitoring software. The latest version of Nyansa Voyance monitors the activity of IoT devices in healthcare and retail.
March 06, 2019 06 Mar'19
Cisco: Network security strategy requires IT, OT to play nice

Cisco told RSA attendees the need for network security on the factory floor is growing. Cisco says cooperation between IT and operations is key to protecting equipment.
February 13, 2019 13 Feb'19
IBM renews code challenge to stress-test open source projects

IBM's Code and Response challenge builds on last year's Call for Code to apply open source development efforts to actual natural disasters.
February 01, 2019 01 Feb'19
Cisco DNA Center takes intent-based networking to IoT

Cisco has introduced IoT-enabled hardware that companies can manage through Cisco DNA Center. The connection between products takes intent-based networking to IoT deployments.

Internet of Things (IoT) Network Get Started

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3 ways 5G IoT use cases in healthcare push better patient care

Healthcare providers can more effectively care for patients by applying the low latency of 5G and IoT technology into their services and creating new use cases, such as remote surgery. Continue Reading
What is the difference between LoRa and LoRaWAN?

LoRa is a modulation technique for specific wireless spectrum, while LoRaWAN is an open protocol that enables IoT devices to use LoRa for communication. Continue Reading
What is RPA? Everything you need to know

Robotic process automation technology is software that can be trained to mimic routine, labor-intensive tasks performed by humans. Continue Reading

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Why IoT needs an intelligent ecosystem

An intelligent ecosystem will accelerate time to market for the next wave of edge and 5G-aware applications, resulting in greater efficiency and a stronger commercial model for IoT products. Continue Reading
802.3cg standard extends single-pair Ethernet range and speed

IEEE 802.3cg is a single-pair Ethernet standard that aims to support speeds up to 10 Mbps, extend Ethernet range up to 1,000 meters and offer multidrop capabilities. Continue Reading
3 trends to watch in IoT innovations in stadiums and venues

Attending games and events is no longer just about the in-person experience. IoT technology and a supporting network are two critical components that will motivate fans to make it to the game. Continue Reading

Manage Internet of Things (IoT) Network

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Wireless power for smart and secure homes

Wireless charging provides innumerable possibilities to both users and manufacturers alike, introducing advantageous benefits such as easier installations and increased power efficiency. Continue Reading
2 ways smart fleet tech is getting more efficient

As fleet management technologies get smarter, organizations will see greater ROI through improved productivity and cost savings. Continue Reading
What 2019's 'summer of outages' means for IoT

2019 was a tough year for cloud service providers as outages affected big companies such as Google and Apple, and businesses must implement several preventative steps to ensure their IoT devices ... Continue Reading

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The incoming problem with the hyper-connected home

The average home now has well into the double digits of applications and devices. This creates an influx of not only connected devices, but their related mobile software applications. Continue Reading
6 common challenges to IoT OTA updates

Keeping technology updated will become even more critical with IoT devices. Over-the-air updates can ease the process if administrators know how to address the obstacles. Continue Reading
How long-range wireless power can change your office

Devices such as mobile phones or laptops can only go so far as their battery life will take them. Ultimately, long-range wireless charging will be a game-changer for offices large and small. Continue Reading