Smart Cities, Connected World, and Internet of Things

Abstract

AbstractThis chapter aims to introduce the definitions of the main concepts regarding smart cities and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. In addition to providing context, the chapter should also deal with the theme’s main points, such as applications, technologies, barriers, and goals. It will address how smart cities relate to the connected world through an IoT perspective. Another branch of this chapter is also seeking to qualify smart cities from a holistic and broad view. In this way, it is possible to reflect on how these technologies and innovations will affect society. The chapter also aims to integrate these aspects and detail how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and IoT concepts can improve the control and management of society’s key sectors. Finally, this chapter presents Smart Cities applications from the IoT perspective with the concern of the existing solutions, calling attention to some projects and research.KeywordsConnected worldCybersecurity frameworkDigitalizationInternet of ThingsInformation and communication technologyTechnologyGovernanceCommunitySmart peopleSmart economySmart citySmart mobilitySmart livingSmart environmentSmart grid