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Will [IoT device] still be usable when the manufacturer switches off the cloud services it relies on?
added by Philipp Jan 11 '16 at 13:39
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While relevant to the field, unless you get an answer from an actual dev on the project this will be a guess at best which wouldn't make sense to have on the site. It is also not unheard of for EOL product plans to change drastically like with the TCP smart lightbulbs consumerist.com/2016/08/19/…. – Dom Aug 23 '16 at 0:24
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How do I keep my smart lightbulb from telling its manufacturer every time I leave the house?
added by Mark Jan 23 '16 at 22:01
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Is widespread use of end-to-encryption possible with IoT?
added by seethesea May 15 '16 at 23:54
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Is there any reliable certificate for IoT devices, which can be used to compare the provided security of these devices?
added by ebux Jan 27 '16 at 8:34
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Can I have my pacemaker send my bitcoin balance to my heir(s) after my heart has stopped beating for 10 minutes? [closed]
added by Jamal Wilson May 18 '16 at 21:49
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closed as not a real question by JonMark Perry, Dom, ForceBru, amaranth, Zizouz212 Sep 18 '16 at 21:30

It's difficult to tell what is being asked here. This question is ambiguous, vague, incomplete, overly broad, or rhetorical and cannot be reasonably answered in its current form.
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My NFC connected door lock froze and requires a hard reboot, but I'm locked outside the house. How can I fix this?
added by Lego Stormtroopr Jan 13 '16 at 22:04
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Is there a way to get IFTTT (http://ifttt.com) to trigger my hue lights (or anything else) an hour BEFORE sunset (not at sunset)?
added by TheMadDeveloper Apr 22 '16 at 0:08
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What steps need to be taken to protect user privacy as more and more devices become connected the internet both inside and outside of the home?
added by Pablo May 18 '16 at 4:26
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If IoT devices are often linked back to a single user will the attack surface for identity thieves become larger or the potential for damage worse?
added by guesswhoiam May 21 '16 at 6:50
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Will Internet of Things demand cause an increase in demand for an Intranet of Things (connected devices for Intranets)?
added by Tobias Strand May 24 '16 at 21:46
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There's no need for an "Intranet of Things" as IoT is not specific to "The Internet", but identifies a "Web" of interconnected things. – tbm0115 Aug 24 '16 at 15:38
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What are the possibilities of Raspberry Pi Hobby Computer within the IoT Environment?
added by Robert Kotula May 26 '16 at 21:33
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What are the required internal components of an IoT device?
added by Brad Collins May 18 '16 at 15:36
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This question isn't useful. Each protocol and each revision of the protocol uses different hardware and outside the normal components you would find in any device they don't overlap. – Dom Jul 14 '16 at 2:40
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Can an IoT connected hickman catheter automate some of the simple but labor intensive blood testing and medicine delivery procedures? [closed]
added by Tobias Strand May 20 '16 at 4:40
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closed as not constructive by Lego Stormtroopr, Dom, JonMark Perry, Zizouz212, Tim Malone Aug 3 '16 at 3:27

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.
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What mental health implications will the IoT have on those with Paranoid Personality Disorder who believe they are being watched?
added by Julio May 23 '16 at 10:31
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How do venture capital investment rates for IoT companies compare to early VC investment in the world wide web? [closed]
added by Jun Li May 25 '16 at 18:22
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closed as off topic by Robert Cartaino Jun 13 '16 at 17:47

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.

The relationship of this question to the subject of IoT is merely coincidental. Discussing trends in venture capital would not be on topic for this site. – Robert Cartaino Jun 13 '16 at 17:47
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Are there any international agreements currently in place regarding security protocols for IoT connected devices?
added by Peter David Carter-Poulsen May 31 '16 at 11:30
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What is the difference between a gateway and a device in the IoT space? I used nodered to post to gateway device. This did not work.
added by Dilip Kumar Yadav Jan 6 '16 at 7:43
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Will the IoT industry move towards transport protocol standardization such as AMQP or will h/w manufactures resist opting for propitiatory formats ?
added by scott_lotus Jan 19 '16 at 11:21
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It's an interesting question to speculate about, but there's no answer to it. – ColleenV Mar 10 '16 at 18:09
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How can I tap into "conversation" between two smart devices?
added by user1422880 Mar 10 '16 at 11:18
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Will [specific IoT connected device] automatically reconnect if the power is temporarily interrupted?
added by Julio, edited by Robert Cartaino Jun 13 '16 at 17:40
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Which protocols we can use for device to device(D2D) communication in IOT, apart from MQTT?
added by astuter May 18 '16 at 12:12
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What single factor could do the most to accelerate IoT growth? [closed]
added by cindy smith May 18 '16 at 14:56
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closed as not constructive by Lego Stormtroopr, Dom, Robert Cartaino Jun 24 '16 at 14:04

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.

Far too broad.. – Lego Stormtroopr Jun 14 '16 at 0:21
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What is the single most dominant wireless technology standard used by IoT devices?
added by Brad Collins May 18 '16 at 15:39
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This changes yearly and sometimes quarterly. – Dom Jun 26 '16 at 3:28
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Could IoT make connected medical devices such as pacemakers a threat for hackers?
added by Jamal Wilson May 18 '16 at 20:40
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Can I combine my outside weather sensor with my fake window LCD to display weather to my liking when the actual weather is outside my set parameters?
added by Jamal Wilson May 18 '16 at 21:45
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Can I use an IoT deviceto train my dog by giving commands and positive reinforcement for obedience while away at work?
added by Luke Benton May 19 '16 at 5:25
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Can I use an IoT hearing aid to automatically alert my caregiver when the battery is running low so I can be brought a replacement?
added by Luke Benton May 19 '16 at 5:28
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Will the IoT help rural areas close the gap of internet connectivity rates compared with urban areas? [closed]
added by Nagu Dalal May 19 '16 at 13:44
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closed as off topic by Dom, JonMark Perry, Toastrackenigma, Tim Malone, Nick Alexeev Aug 23 '16 at 15:53

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.

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IoT != internet ... – Dom Jul 14 '16 at 2:36
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Will the extra data generated from the IoT overload our WIFI or mobile data networks resulting in slower speed data connections?
added by Stefan May 19 '16 at 16:30
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Can I use the IoT to monitor my beach house remotely to make sure invited guest do not cause any damage? [closed]
added by Stefan May 19 '16 at 16:45
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closed as not a real question by JonMark Perry, Dom, Zizouz212, Tim Malone, Nick Alexeev Aug 23 '16 at 15:53

It's difficult to tell what is being asked here. This question is ambiguous, vague, incomplete, overly broad, or rhetorical and cannot be reasonably answered in its current form.
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How can researchers use the IoT to automatically collect data in a much more efficient manner than traditional methods?
added by user154562 May 19 '16 at 18:29
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How will the IoT impact our quality of life in ways unrelated to productivity? [closed]
added by Tobias Strand May 20 '16 at 5:04
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closed as not constructive by Robert Cartaino Jun 13 '16 at 17:37

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.

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This is more the subject for a round-table discussion than something that can actually be answered in this type of Q&A. – Robert Cartaino Jun 13 '16 at 17:38
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Do cloud storage companies have an obligation to monitor the IoT device data they host for evidence of copyright infringement?
added by Jeff Stein May 20 '16 at 15:27
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Copyright infringement of what the data being collected by the devices? – Dom Jul 11 '16 at 1:33
Yes @dom that is exactly what I meant. I think it is is good question – Jeff Stein Jul 22 '16 at 20:31
That really doesn't make any sense. The data is realtime from whatever the sensors are so if that can be copyrighted there are much bigger issues... – Dom Jul 22 '16 at 20:37
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How to determine adequate level of security for an IOT edge device?
added by Mahendra Gunawardena May 22 '16 at 2:26
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Are IoT devices a danger to air craft if taken on board accidentally?
added by Jodes May 30 '16 at 21:32
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Which low-cost transceiver is best suitable for self-build sensors for my home automation? [closed]
added by Boris Brodski Jun 2 '16 at 15:07
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closed as too localized by Sean Houlihane, Dom, JonMark Perry, Aquarius TheGirl, Tim Malone Aug 3 '16 at 3:32

This question is unlikely to ever help any future visitors; it is only relevant to a small geographic area, a specific moment in time, or an extraordinarily narrow situation that is not generally applicable to the worldwide audience of the internet.

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Which protocol might be a better answer (informed by the availability of hardware), but any answer to the original question will be obsolete within 12 months. – Sean Houlihane Jun 25 '16 at 13:13
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How can the the impact of the IoT on human productivity be accurately measured?
added by Logan Jun 3 '16 at 18:40
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which platform should I use to handle the information flow from all these sensors to process them efficiently
added by daTokenizer Jun 23 '16 at 10:20
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This makes no sense as written. If you are asking "What platform you should use to process data from IOT devices" then at best that is opinion based. – Dom Jul 10 '16 at 7:41
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How can I determine which devices are which in my wireless network?
added by TheMadDeveloper Jun 25 '16 at 9:48
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What is an “Agent” that is installed in an IOT edge device?
added by Mahendra Gunawardena Jul 11 '16 at 16:50
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Here is a variant of this question. How to build an “Agent” for an IOT edge device? – Mahendra Gunawardena Jul 11 '16 at 16:52
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