Hackable?

The Weakest Link

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Feb 5, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Smart Fridge Hack

  • Geoff recounts a scene from Silicon Valley where a smart fridge is hacked.
  • This highlights the potential vulnerabilities of IoT devices, even seemingly complex ones.
ANECDOTE

The First IoT Device

  • In 1989, John Romke created the first IoT device: a toaster.
  • This toaster, controlled via a parallel board, showcased the potential of connecting everyday objects to the internet.
ADVICE

Setting Up a Smart Plug

  • Download the appropriate app from your device's app store.
  • Connect to the device's wireless network and configure it to connect to your home network.
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