Internet of things

Internet-like structure connecting everyday physical objects
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The Internet of things (IoT) is a concept that refers to the network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies to connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet. These objects, often called "smart" devices, range from everyday household items to industrial tools. IoT enables seamless communication between devices, allowing for automation, real-time monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.

IoT extends internet connectivity beyond traditional devices like computers and smartphones to a diverse array of objects. This integration facilitates the collection and sharing of data, enhancing efficiency and functionality in various applications. The concept underpins advancements in sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing by enabling interconnected systems to operate with minimal human intervention.

Internet of things

Summary

Internet of things is a concept[1]. It ranks in the top 2% of concept entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (5,350 views/month).[2]

Key Facts

  • Internet of things's instance of is recorded as concept[3].
  • Internet of things's instance of is recorded as technology[4].
  • Internet of things's instance of is recorded as driver of Industry 4.0[5].
  • Internet of things is a type of smart device[6].
  • Internet of things's Commons category is recorded as Internet of things[7].
  • Internet of things comprises MQTT[8].
  • Internet of things comprises internet of things protocol[9].
  • Internet of things comprises IPv6[10].
  • Internet of things comprises Advanced Message Queuing Protocol[11].
  • Internet of things comprises cloud computing[12].
  • Internet of things comprises 5G NR[13].
  • Internet of things's topic's main category is recorded as Category:Internet of things[14].
  • Internet of things's facet of is recorded as ambient intelligence[15].
  • Internet of things's topic has template is recorded as Template:Internet of Things[16].
  • Internet of things's Stack Exchange tag is recorded as https://stackoverflow.com/tags/iot[17].
  • Internet of things's native label is recorded as {'lang': 'en', 'text': 'Internet of Things'}[18].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'en', 'text': 'IoT'}[19].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'fr', 'text': 'IdO'}[20].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'es', 'text': 'IdC'}[21].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'de', 'text': 'IdD'}[22].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'eo', 'text': 'IdA'}[23].
  • Internet of things's short name is recorded as {'lang': 'ca', 'text': 'IdC'}[24].
  • Internet of things's different from is recorded as Internet of Everything[25].
  • Internet of things's uses is recorded as internetworking[26].
  • Internet of things's studied by is recorded as interaction science[27].

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Definition and Type

Recorded instance of include concept[3], technology[4], and driver of Industry 4.0[5]. Internet of things is a type of smart device[6].

Use and Application

Components include MQTT[8], a computer network protocol[28], founded in 1999[29]; internet of things protocol[9]; IPv6[10], a computer network protocol[30]; Advanced Message Queuing Protocol[11], a computer network protocol[31]; cloud computing[12]; and 5G NR[13], a radio access technology[32].

Why It Matters

Internet of things ranks in the top 2% of concept entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (5,350 views/month).[2] It has Wikipedia articles in 30 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[33] It is known by 36 alternative names across languages and contexts.[34]

References

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  1. [3] . wikidata.org.
  2. [4] . wikidata.org.
  3. [5] . wikidata.org.
  4. [6] . wikidata.org.
  5. [7] . wikidata.org.
  6. [8] . wikidata.org.
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  9. [11] . wikidata.org.
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  11. [13] . wikidata.org.
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  22. [24] . wikidata.org.
  23. [25] . wikidata.org.
  24. [26] . wikidata.org.
  25. [27] . wikidata.org.

Inline context (facts about related entities)

  1. [28] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  2. [29] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  3. [30] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  4. [31] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site
  5. [32] . Wikidata. wikidata.org. → on this site

Class ancestry

  1. [1] . Wikidata. wikidata.org.

Aggregate / graph-position facts

  1. [2] . Wikimedia Foundation. dumps.wikimedia.org.
  2. [33] . Wikidata sitelinks. wikidata.org.
  3. [34] . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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  1. 17d ago · Ksn.kenny · 2026-05-18 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Fast id 1894151
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    Ndl authority id 001210363
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  2. 28d ago · 沈澄心 · 2026-05-07 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Subclass of smart device
    Instance of
    Has parts
    Facet of ambient intelligence
    + 12 other properties edited (see Wikidata diff for full list)
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