Securing the IoT: Introduction

The Internet of Things (IoT) is how devices on the Internet communicate through omnipresent sensors. Since its inception, consumers have connected smart devices to the network at an exponential rate, bringing us closer to a future where everyday things all interconnect. In this course-the first in a series that focuses on securing the Internet of Things-you can get started with this essential concept.

Lisa Bock kicks off the course with an overview of IoT, and the types of IoT devices designed to improve the quality of life in homes and businesses. Lisa covers different networks that range in size and purpose-LANS, WANS and PANS-and explains how businesses invest heavily in IoT in order to keep a competitive edge, going into IoT developments in automobiles, building automation, and the medical field. She then evaluates consumer devices, such as wearables and mobile devices. Plus, she discusses zero-configuration networking, service discovery, designing IoT security, and more.

Topics include

A history of the Internet of Things
How sensor nodes collect and communicate information
Data management and process management
Networking the IoT
How IoT is transforming and improving businesses
How IoT is a natural extension and evolution of SCADA
How IoT affects mobile devices, smart homes, and travel
Zero-configuration networking
Testing for vulnerabilities before implementation
Designing IoT security