human
I've been hearing a lot about the Internet of Things. Can you explain what it is?
assistant
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the concept that everyday objects, such as thermostats and light bulbs, can be connected to the internet and controlled remotely via mobile devices or computers. This allows users to control these objects from anywhere in the world with an internet connection. IoT also includes the ability to connect physical objects to each other, allowing for more complex interactions between different systems. For example, a car could be connected to its owner's smartphone, so that when the phone receives a text message, the car could automatically start and drive itself to the sender's location.