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What is this Internet of Things?: The Internet of Things is the connecting of everyday objects onto the internet. It is embedding computer parts into these devices, allowing them to be remotely controlled, accessed, and set on automation. The Internet of Things is also commonly known as Smart Home Technology.

Current Uses: Most IOT devices have similar capabilities and perform most of the same kinds of tasks. They're used to remotely check up on how their device is doing, such as making sure the front door is locked, and commanding it to do something, like then locking the door. Some newer, more advanced forms of IOT however also have machine learning built in them, enabling them to recommend the user to have the technology automatically turn on, such as having your lights turn on when you get home, or at a certain time in the day.

Security and Legal Issues: Some of the biggest problems regarding IOT are the security and legal issues. Since most IOT technology records usage data, and stores it up into the cloud for machine learning, it poses a potential security threat in the case that these servers holding this data got hacked. Personal information, like when a person is home would get leaked. Hackers could also gain access to device and take control of it. Many companies have gotten into legal trouble in the past when IOT was in its infancy stages, as these companies did not invest enough time and money into ensuring these devices are secure.

Ethical Issues: Another huge concern with IOT are the ethical issues involved. Although data usage of these devices is mostly intended for machine learning, often times these companies also sell this data to other companies to better advertise and sell their products to consumers. Some IOT technology that uses voice control has received criticism of invasion of privacy, because in order for them to pick up on the key words needed to activate it, they're always recording audio.