The Internet of Things (IoT): A Comprehensive Review of Technologies, Applications, Challenges, and Future Trends

Authors

  • Asma Shaheen Rehan School Foundation, Islamabad Campus Author

Keywords:

Internet of Things, IoT applications, smart devices, data analytics, security challenges, future trends

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a revolutionary paradigm, transforming industries and daily life through interconnected smart devices and data-driven automation. This paper explores IoT's architecture, core technologies, and diverse applications across sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and smart cities. It highlights significant benefits, including operational efficiency, cost reduction, and enhanced quality of life, while addressing critical challenges like security vulnerabilities, privacy concerns, and interoperability issues. Case studies demonstrate real-world success stories, from precision farming that reduces water usage by 40% to smart city initiatives that optimize urban services. Future trends, such as AI-powered autonomous systems and quantum-secured networks, point toward an increasingly intelligent and secure IoT ecosystem. The paper concludes with recommendations for standardization, security enhancement, and policy development to ensure IoT's sustainable and equitable growth. By bridging technological innovation with societal needs, IoT holds immense potential to drive economic progress and solve global challenges in the coming decades.

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Author Biography

  • Asma Shaheen, Rehan School Foundation, Islamabad Campus

    Principal, Rehan School Foundation, Islamabad Campus

    Email: asmashaheen828@gmail.com

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30-06-2024

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The Internet of Things (IoT): A Comprehensive Review of Technologies, Applications, Challenges, and Future Trends. (2024). Journal of Engineering and Computational Intelligence Review, 2(1), 1-8. https://jecir.com/index.php/jecir/article/view/11

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