03880nam a22005175i 4500 978-3-031-67984-1 DE-He213 20251030113253.0 cr nn 008mamaa 241031s2024 sz | s |||| 0|eng d 9783031679841 978-3-031-67984-1 10.1007/978-3-031-67984-1 doi Q342 UYQ bicssc COM004000 bisacsh UYQ thema Alaba, Fadele Ayotunde. author. aut http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/aut 81810 Internet of Things: A Case Study in Africa [electronic resource] / by Fadele Ayotunde Alaba. 1st ed. 2024. Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2024. IX, 208 p. 50 illus., 47 illus. in color. online resource. text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier text file PDF rda Information Systems Engineering and Management, 3004-9598 ; 13 INTRODUCTION -- INTERNET OF THINGS -- ENABLING COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR INTERNET OF THINGS -- INTERNET OF THINGS ARCHITECTURE LAYERS -- ATTACKS AND COUNTERMEASURES IN IOT LAYERS -- AUTHENTICATION AND AUTHORIZATION -- NETWORK PROTOCOLS FOR INTERNET OF THINGS -- ATTACKS, CHALLENGES, AND COUNTERMEASURES FOR AN INTEGRATING INTERNET OF THINGS FRAMEWORK -- APPLICATION 1 - ASYMMETRIC KEY CRYPTOGRAPHY BLOCKCHAINS FOR SMART GREENHOUSE FARMING -- APPLICATION 2 - SECURING SMART FARMING SYSTEMS -- CONCLUSION AND FUTURE RESEARCH DIRECTIONS. Explore the transformative potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) within the unique context of Africa. This comprehensive work delves into the challenges, opportunities, and future trends of IoT, with a particular focus on Nigeria. Readers will discover a novel security framework and defense mechanisms tailored to address the specific needs and vulnerabilities of IoT systems in the African setting. Unlike traditional texts, this book provides a detailed case study approach, illustrating real-world applications and implications of IoT in Africa. It covers a wide range of topics, including the integration of IoT in agriculture, healthcare, and urban development, and highlights both technological advancements and socio-economic impacts. Intended for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students, this book offers valuable insights and practical solutions. It serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the dynamic landscape of IoT in Africa and leverage its potential for sustainable development. Key uses of this book include guiding the implementation of IoT projects in developing regions, informing policy formulation, and fostering innovation in IoT security. By addressing the unique challenges faced in Africa, this work stands out as a pivotal reference for advancing IoT technology in similar environments globally. Computational intelligence. 64052 Cooperating objects (Computer systems). 64303 Computational Intelligence. 64052 Cyber-Physical Systems. 65638 SpringerLink (Online service) Springer Nature eBook Printed edition: 9783031679834 Printed edition: 9783031679858 Printed edition: 9783031694738 Information Systems Engineering and Management, 3004-9598 ; 13 78463 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-67984-1 ZDB-2-INR ZDB-2-SXIT 64626 64626