The IoT Glossary:
Smart Connectivity, Simply Explained

You don’t have to be a software engineer to understand the Internet of Things. Below you’ll find simple, non-technical explanations of key IoT concepts you need to know.

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Remote SIM Provisioning: Change SIM Profiles Over-the-Air

04.10.2022 While remote SIM provisioning has been widely adopted for use in cell phones, in the Internet of Things (IoT), adoption has lagged behind.

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PTCRB: Certify Your Cellular Devices for NA Markets

19.09.2022 – Connectivity

Members of the PTCRB facilitate tests according to the certification program. The Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) manages and supervises PTCRB certification. Once a cellular device passes the necessary tests, one of three reporting bodies (CTIA, TÜV SÜD, or TAF) will assign it an International Mobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI), which tells North American cellular operators that the device is PTCRB certified (and therefore compatible with their network).

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IT/OT Convergence: Benefits, Challenges, and Examples

05.08.2022 – Connectivity

In this article we will cover:

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What Is CPaaS? Communication Platform as-a-Service

28.06.2022 – Connectivity

CPaaS solutions are most valuable to businesses that don’t have the IT infrastructure, personnel, or time to develop and maintain their own solutions. Using a CPaaS vendor allows organizations to rapidly incorporate secure, scalable communications systems without investing in additional infrastructure or staff, and it significantly reduces time to market.

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What Are Smart Utilities? The Future of Resource Management

08.04.2022 – Connectivity

Smart utilities are vital to energy conservation efforts. They also create significant savings opportunities for customers and providers alike.

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What Is Data Pooling?

18.01.2022 – Connectivity

In the Internet of Things, data pooling allows manufacturers to have a data allowance for all their devices, rather than paying per device and needing to pay additionally for devices that exceed the data per device.

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What Is Network Redundancy?

16.07.2021 – Connectivity

In common usage, “redundancy” isn’t necessarily a good thing. It means something isn’t needed. But in engineering, redundancy is critical—a redundant component or function serves as a backup in case something crucial fails, so the system can continue operating or quickly be restored.

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What Is LoRaWAN? Long Range Wide Area Networks Explained

02.07.2021 – Connectivity

LoRaWAN uses a star network topology—similar to a Local Area Network. All the end nodes connect to LoRaWAN gateways, which connect to one central network server. With LoRaWAN, IoT manufacturers can build or buy their own network infrastructure or find a provider that serves the area they want to deploy.

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What Is an APN? Access Point Names Explained

22.12.2020 – Connectivity

Basically, your APN defines your connectivity settings. And any time you change carriers, you need a new APN—because the name is specific to each MNO.

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