Year 7 - Computing
Internet of Things
Computer networks and data transmission
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will explore the impact networks have on our daily lives. They will define what a network is and explore the benefits of networking, before covering how data is transmitted across networks using protocols. They will investigate different types of network and hardware required.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how devices share data in the internet of things (IoT) and how this can have an impact on privacy.
Key Notes
- The internet of things (IoT) connects everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to collect and share data.
- Personal information is information collected about a person.
- Understand that connected devices can gather and share your personal information, which can impact your privacy.
Vocabulary To Learn
- internet of things (IoT): a network of everyday devices that are connected to the internet and can communicate with each other
- privacy: the protection of an individual's personal information and the control over how it is used
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- The internet of things (IoT) is only about smart homes and appliances.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
The internet of things (IoT) connects everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to collect and share data. Personal information is information collected about a person.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'internet of things (IoT)'
a network of everyday devices that are connected to the internet and can communicate with each other. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: The internet of things (IoT) is only about smart homes and appliances. Correction: IoT are everyday devices that are connected to the internet and can communicate with each other. They might not collect data for the same purpose but they can collect information about how people use the devices.
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