Internet of Things (IoT) Practice Exam

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Which function is incorrectly associated with IoT gateways?

Device connectivity
Protocol translation
Improving networks
Data filtering and processing, security

The correct answer is: Improving networks

The function that is incorrectly associated with IoT gateways is improving networks. IoT gateways primarily serve as a bridge between IoT devices and the cloud or data management systems. Their main responsibilities include enabling device connectivity, allowing devices using different communication protocols to communicate with each other through protocol translation, and handling data filtering and processing to ensure that only relevant data is sent to the cloud, along with offering security features for data in transit. While gateways can indirectly contribute to the efficiency of a network by managing communication and ensuring devices are configured correctly, they do not fundamentally improve the overall network infrastructure itself. The modification or enhancement of network performance typically relates to network architecture or design rather than the specific functionalities of an IoT gateway.