Web and technology
IoT
Abbreviation for Internet of Things
In short and in plain language
The IoT is the internet of things.
It means devices, machines and sensors. They share data online on their own.
Examples are linked home devices or sensors.
Such devices make data. The law on data protection can apply to it.
Definition
The IoT refers to the networking of devices, machines and sensors that exchange data over the internet on their own. Examples are connected household appliances or measuring sensors. Such devices produce data that can be relevant under data protection law.