Network devices have in the past been the focus of attacks, but that has been expanding of late, given the advent of what the industry refers to generically as the Internet of Things (IoT) This term refers to all equipment, other than core network gear, that connects to a network. Any of these networked devices can become a gateway for unauthorized network access, or loss of privacy, if not monitored and maintained. The increased presence of IoT will likely benefit all of us in some way, and will help fuel business growth.”]
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