摘要
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In today's technological age someone could gain access to your online bank account through a light bulb. This is due to the Intemet of Things (IoT). The loT has become a reality as more and more of our devices are being connected to the Internet. In fact, automated teller machines (ATMs) have been online for many years, and more recently we have had the installation of smart meters remotely connecting to the electricity grid. We now have smart watches and smart baby monitors, and there are many more examples of new loT devices.