Understanding The Internet of Things

Alfie Amir, IDC Malaysia

08-Sep-14 12:20

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According to IDC, there will be more than 212 billion devices connected to the web by 2020, including over 30 billion connected autonomous things. The Internet of Things is upon us and the hype focuses on how Internet-connected cars, homes, offices, appliances and gadgets will transform how we work, play and live. Alfie Amir, Research Manager, Telecommunications for IDC Malaysia shares some insights to help us understand IoT even better.

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