IOT FUNDAMENTALS

The Internet of Things (IoT) has rapidly evolved from being a futuristic concept into a transformative force reshaping industries, societies, and everyday life. With billions of interconnected devices generating, sharing, and analyzing data, IoT is at the heart of the digital revolution—bridging the gap between the physical and virtual worlds.

This book has been carefully structured to provide readers with both theoretical foundations and practical insights into IoT. It begins by introducing the genesis of IoT, its relationship with digitization, and its growing impact on modern society. The early chapters explore IoT architectures, protocols, and network designs, emphasizing the importance of scalability, security, and interoperability.

Moving forward, the book examines the essential components that enable IoT systems—sensors, actuators, communication technologies, and IP networking. A comprehensive study of application protocols, data management, and analytics provides readers with a deeper understanding of how IoT generates value through intelligence and predictive capabilities.

Security, being one of the most critical challenges in IoT, is discussed in detail to highlight risks, vulnerabilities, and robust approaches for safeguarding interconnected ecosystems.

The latter part of the book is dedicated to industry-specific applications of IoT across key domains, including manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, smart cities, transportation, mining, and public safety. These chapters illustrate how IoT is driving innovation, efficiency, and safety across sectors while also addressing challenges such as scalability, resilience, and integration of legacy systems.

This book is intended for students, researchers, academicians, and industry professionals who wish to gain a holistic understanding of IoT—from its fundamental concepts to its real-world applications. The blend of technical depth and practical case studies ensures that readers not only grasp the architecture and protocols but also see how IoT is applied in solving complex industrial and societal challenges.

It is our hope that this book serves as both a reference guide and a practical handbook for those embarking on their journey into the Internet of Things, equipping them with the knowledge and vision to contribute to the ever-expanding digital landscape.