What is a connected device in the Internet of Things?

A physical object that collects and exchanges data over a network.

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  2. A physical object that collects and exchanges data over a network ✔
  3. A device that never uses the internet

Why: IoT devices like smart thermostats connect to networks to collect and share data.

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IoT means your thermostat has a social life.
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Answer: A physical object that collects and exchanges data over a network. IoT devices like smart thermostats connect to networks to collect and share data.

  1. Computer security en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_security
    The Internet of things (IoT) is the network of physical objects such as devices, vehicles, and buildings that are embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and network connectivity
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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