What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

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Simply put, the IoT is connecting any device to the Internet for the purpose of sending and receiving data to be acted upon. Although this definition could encompass laptop computers and tablets, more often IoT refers to devices that heretofore were not considered as computing devices connected to a data network. IoT devices include wearable technology and multifunctional devices as well as many everyday home automation items such as thermostats, coffee makers, tire sensors, slow cookers, keyless entry systems, washing machines, electric toothbrushes, headphones, and light bulbs, to name just a few.

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``` int number = 22; int *var = &number; cout << *var << endl; ``` a. the address of number b. 22 c. an asterisk followed by 22 d. an asterisk followed by the address of number

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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