what is the internet of things iot 
the internet of things iot is a name for the aggregate collection of network enabled devices excluding traditional computers like laptops and servers types of network connections can include wi fi connections bluetooth connections and near field communication nfc the iot includes devices such as smart appliances like refrigerators and thermostats home security systems computer peripherals like webcams and printers wearable technology such as apple watches and fitbits routers and smart speaker devices like amazon echo and google home 