Internet of Things (CS-801) - Important Questions

Explain the conceptual and architectural framework of IoT, its characteristics, and its significance in intelligent systems.

Compare IoT vs M2M with examples, applications and data analytics differences, and IoT vs Web of Things (WoT).

Explain and compare the different types / commercially available sensors used in IoT networks and sensing applications.

Explain four common characteristics of actuators used for selection in IoT systems.

Explain IoT Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), its services/layers with diagram, and its significance and challenges in connected systems.

Explain RFID concepts, terminology, working principles, features and applications, including how RFID and IoT are linked to implement smart things.

Explain with example MQTT protocol. What is the role of MQTT protocol in IoT?

Explain CoAP and how it can be used between devices on the same constrained network.

Explain different types of attacks in IoT systems and the role of security / monitoring and threat prevention.

Why is security required in IoT? Explain in detail security concerns and various IoT security models.

Differentiate between logical and physical design of IoT with suitable examples.

Explain what the IEEE 802.15.4 protocol is and how it is related to IoT.

What is a Wireless Sensor Network? Explain it and its applications.

Discuss the role of Data Analytics in Internet of Things (IoT).

Write short notes on any two of the following: (i) IoT-based Smart Home / Home automation (ii) Cloud for IoT and communication APIs (iii) ZigBee architecture