ABSTRACT
Connectivity: To be considered a smart device, the device must be connected to other devices, networks, appliances, and computer systems. This is possible because smart devices support various types of communication protocols, such as Wi-fi and Bluetooth. It must provide access to the Internet and have the ability to sync with multiple email accounts. The smart device must support virtual private networks (VPNs) for enterprises that require an additional layer of security to connect to the network. We hear the phrase bring your own device (BYOD), and this phrase is being embraced by many companies. BYOD allows companies to provide access to their network infrastructure and data to employees’ personal smart devices. In essence, the company is able to extend its network beyond company-owned devices. While this connectivity and the extension of the network increase productivity and reduce cost for the company, they come with the following threats and vulnerabilities: • No physical control • The use of untrusted devices and connection to untrusted
networks • The use of unknown content and applications created by
unknown developers/publishers • The use of location services
Interactive operation: This single attribute is the one reason why most people like smartphones and one of the main reasons that smartphones have been successful. If we say that desktops and laptops brought us the processing age, then we can safely say that smart devices brought us the access age. The interactive functions of a smart device include a touch screen for easy usability. It also includes a built-in keyboard that is either physical or software based. The built-in keyboard for smart devices has also led to an abbreviated form of texting communication language, which has substituted for the
Standard English language but is still an effective communication medium. Texting has become a new communication language with a growing vocabulary. Some examples of the texting language include acronyms such as oh my God (OMG) and adult in the room (AITR). The built-in keyboard has also led to the instant messaging mechanism. This instant messaging is used by most people instead of an email to quickly contact people and send messages.
