IoT Connectivity Courses

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Which of the following is a commonly used IoT connectivity protocol for short-range communication?

  1. Bluetooth

  2. Wi-Fi

  3. Zigbee

  4. Ethernet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard used for short-range communication between devices. It is commonly used in IoT applications for connecting sensors, actuators, and other devices to a central hub or gateway.

Which of the following is a cellular IoT technology that provides wide-area coverage?

  1. NB-IoT

  2. LoRaWAN

  3. Sigfox

  4. Wi-Fi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

NB-IoT (Narrowband IoT) is a cellular IoT technology that is designed for low-power, wide-area networks. It is commonly used in IoT applications that require long battery life and low data rates, such as smart meters, asset trackers, and environmental sensors.

Which of the following is a low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) technology that uses unlicensed spectrum?

  1. LoRaWAN

  2. Sigfox

  3. NB-IoT

  4. Wi-Fi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a LPWAN technology that uses unlicensed spectrum in the sub-GHz range. It is commonly used in IoT applications that require long-range communication and low data rates, such as smart agriculture, smart cities, and industrial IoT.

Which of the following is a satellite IoT technology that provides global coverage?

  1. Iridium

  2. Globalstar

  3. Inmarsat

  4. Wi-Fi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Iridium is a satellite IoT technology that provides global coverage. It is commonly used in IoT applications that require communication in remote or underserved areas, such as maritime, aviation, and emergency response.

Which of the following is a protocol used for secure communication between IoT devices?

  1. MQTT

  2. CoAP

  3. TLS

  4. HTTP


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol used for secure communication between IoT devices. It provides encryption and authentication to protect data in transit from eavesdropping and tampering.

Which of the following is a cloud platform commonly used for IoT applications?

  1. AWS IoT Core

  2. Azure IoT Hub

  3. Google Cloud IoT Core

  4. IBM Watson IoT Platform


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AWS IoT Core is a cloud platform provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS) for IoT applications. It offers a range of services for connecting, managing, and securing IoT devices, as well as collecting and analyzing data from those devices.

Which of the following is a common network architecture for IoT systems?

  1. Star

  2. Mesh

  3. Bus

  4. Ring


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The star network architecture is a common topology for IoT systems. In this architecture, all IoT devices are connected to a central hub or gateway, which then connects to the internet or other networks.

Which of the following is a technology used for wireless communication between IoT devices over long distances?

  1. Cellular

  2. Wi-Fi

  3. Bluetooth

  4. Zigbee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cellular technology is used for wireless communication between IoT devices over long distances. It allows IoT devices to connect to the internet through cellular networks, providing reliable and secure connectivity.

Which of the following is a protocol used for data transfer between IoT devices and cloud platforms?

  1. MQTT

  2. CoAP

  3. HTTP

  4. TCP


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) is a protocol used for data transfer between IoT devices and cloud platforms. It is a lightweight protocol that is designed for low-power devices and networks, making it suitable for IoT applications.

Which of the following is a security measure used to protect IoT devices from unauthorized access?

  1. Encryption

  2. Authentication

  3. Firewalls

  4. Intrusion Detection Systems


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Encryption is a security measure used to protect IoT devices from unauthorized access. It involves encrypting data transmitted between IoT devices and cloud platforms or other networks, making it unreadable to unauthorized parties.

Which of the following is a technology used for wireless communication between IoT devices over short distances?

  1. Bluetooth

  2. Wi-Fi

  3. Cellular

  4. Zigbee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bluetooth is a technology used for wireless communication between IoT devices over short distances. It allows IoT devices to connect to each other and exchange data without the need for a wired connection.

Which of the following is a protocol used for device management and control in IoT systems?

  1. MQTT

  2. CoAP

  3. HTTP

  4. LwM2M


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

LwM2M (Lightweight Machine-to-Machine) is a protocol used for device management and control in IoT systems. It is a lightweight protocol that is designed for low-power devices and networks, making it suitable for IoT applications.

Which of the following is a cloud platform commonly used for IoT applications that require real-time data processing and analytics?

  1. AWS IoT Core

  2. Azure IoT Hub

  3. Google Cloud IoT Core

  4. IBM Watson IoT Platform


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Google Cloud IoT Core is a cloud platform provided by Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for IoT applications that require real-time data processing and analytics. It offers a range of services for connecting, managing, and securing IoT devices, as well as collecting and analyzing data from those devices in real time.

Which of the following is a technology used for wireless communication between IoT devices in a mesh network?

  1. Bluetooth

  2. Wi-Fi

  3. Zigbee

  4. Cellular


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Zigbee is a technology used for wireless communication between IoT devices in a mesh network. It allows IoT devices to connect to each other and form a self-healing network, where data can be routed through multiple devices to reach its destination.

Which of the following is a security measure used to protect IoT devices from malware and other cyber threats?

  1. Encryption

  2. Authentication

  3. Firewalls

  4. Intrusion Detection Systems


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) are security measures used to protect IoT devices from malware and other cyber threats. They monitor network traffic and device activity for suspicious behavior, and can alert administrators to potential security breaches.

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