Unit-4_IoT Platforms and Security
Unit-4_IoT Platforms and Security
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BRANCH: B C A
SEMESTER: V
PREPARED BY: R A K E S H PATEL
Rakeshkumar Manilal Patel
Assistant Professor
Data Analytics
Cloud Storage
⮚ Overview
Data Analytics is the process of examining raw data to discover trends,
patterns, and insights that can inform decision-making. It involves
techniques ranging from basic statistical analysis to advanced machine
learning and predictive modeling.
⮚ Techniques:
1. Statistical Analysis:
• Basic data analysis methods for summarizing data and detecting trends.
• Helps identify trends, patterns, and outliers.
• Common tools include mean, median, standard deviation, and variance.
Tools:
i. Microsoft Excel
ii. SPSS
iii. R
iv. SAS
2. Machine Learning:
• Uses advanced algorithms for predictive modeling and pattern recognition.
• Can automatically learn from data and improve over time.
• Examples include classification, clustering, and regression techniques.
Tools:
i. Python
ii. R
iii. MATLAB
iv. H2O.ai
3. Predictive Modeling:
• Relies on historical data to forecast future outcomes or behaviors.
• Often used for decision-making and risk assessment.
• Common models include linear regression, decision trees, and neural networks.
Tools:
i. Tableau
ii. IBM Watson Studio
iii. RapidMiner
iv. KNIME
⮚ Platforms:
• Python/R: Programming languages for statistical analysis and machine
learning.
• Framework: A framework for processing large datasets across
distributed computing environments.
• Data Visualization Tools: Tools like Tableau or Power BI for creating
visual representations of data.
Cloud storage refers to storing data on remote servers accessed via the internet,
offering scalability, durability, and accessibility.
Types of Cloud Storage:
1. File Storage
• Description:
• File storage is a cloud service that manages data as a hierarchy of
files and folders, similar to how data is organized on a local
computer.
• It allows multiple users or applications to access and manage files
on a shared network.
• Example Tool:
• Google Cloud Filestore: A fully-managed file storage service that
provides scalable and reliable network-attached storage for Google
Cloud users.
2. Block Storage
• Description:
• Block storage breaks data into fixed-size blocks and stores them
separately in the cloud.
• It works similarly to traditional hard drives but is hosted in a cloud
environment, allowing flexible and scalable storage.
• Provides low-latency access to data.
• Example Tool:
• Azure Blob Storage: A scalable cloud storage service for
unstructured data, designed for large-scale storage needs.
3. Object Storage
•Description:
• Object storage is used for storing vast amounts of unstructured
data, such as photos, videos, audio files, and other multimedia
files.
• Each piece of data is stored as an "object" with associated
metadata.
• Ideal for data that doesn't change frequently and needs to be
accessed globally.
•Example Tool:
• Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service): A highly scalable and
durable object storage service offered by AWS.
Role of Cloud Storage in IoT Systems:
Cloud Storage plays a critical role in IoT systems by offering scalable, secure, and easily accessible
storage for the vast amounts of data generated by IoT devices. It enables real-time data access, cost-
efficient scaling, and secure backups, which are essential for the smooth operation and growth of IoT
ecosystems.
⮚ The various IoT platforms, data analytics, and cloud storage highlights the
critical components of modern IoT ecosystems.
⮚ IoT platforms provide the infrastructure for connecting devices, managing
data, and integrating with cloud services, enabling efficient
communication and control of IoT devices.
⮚ Data analytics plays a crucial role in processing the vast amounts of data
generated by IoT devices, transforming raw data into actionable insights
that drive decision-making and optimize operations.
⮚ Cloud storage offers scalable and secure storage solutions for the massive
datasets produced by IoT systems, ensuring data availability, redundancy,
and easy access for analysis and application. Together, these elements
form the foundation for building, managing, and scaling IoT solutions
across various industries.
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