Practice Role of Gateways and Edge Devices - 4.4 | Chapter 4: Communication Technologies in IoT | IoT (Internet of Things) Basic
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

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What is the primary function of a gateway in IoT?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the connection between devices and the cloud.

Question 2

Easy

Which benefit do edge devices provide?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how they handle data compared to cloud processing.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main function of a gateway?

  • Connects devices to power
  • Connects IoT devices to cloud services
  • Processes data locally

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the intermediary role discussed.

Question 2

True or False: Edge devices process data primarily in the cloud.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about their role in reducing latency.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a simple IoT system for home automation, detailing the roles of gateways and edge devices.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how data flows from devices to the cloud and how it’s managed locally.

Question 2

Evaluate a scenario where a smart factory is experiencing delays due to cloud processing. Suggest how implementing edge devices could resolve these issues.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the advantages of local processing capabilities.

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