Which of the following is true about the Internet of Things?

Question

I. The Internet of Things is the network of devices with the ability to connect and exchange data.
II. The Internet of Things increases our vulnerability to cyber attacks.
III. The Internet of Things is purely positive–there are no negative consequences to increased connectivity

I only

I and II

I and III

None of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is I and II.

Here's the breakdown:

I. True – The Internet of Things (IoT) is indeed the network of devices that have the ability to connect and exchange data.

II. True – The IoT can increase our vulnerability to cyber attacks because more connected devices create more potential entry points for attackers.

III. False – While the IoT has many positive aspects, it also comes with negative consequences, such as privacy concerns, security vulnerabilities, and potential data breaches.

Thus, the options that are true are I and II.