Passage

Low-end IoT (Internet of Things) devices are cheap commodity items; addressing security would add to the cost. This class of items is proliferating with new applications; many home appliances, thermostats, security and monitoring devices, and personal convenience devices are part of the IoT. So are fitness trackers, certain medical implants, and computer-like devices in automobiles. The IoT is expected to expand exponentially — but new security challenges are daunting.

QUESTION

CSAT

Easy

Comprehension

Prelims 2019

Which one of the following statements is the most logical and rational inference that can be made from the above passage?

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Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect. The passage does not mention anything specific about enabling technologies or India’s manufacturing sector. This is unrelated to the main theme.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The passage does not focus on India or its readiness for IoT adoption. The security challenges are mentioned in a global context.

Statement 3 is incorrect. While IoT devices are mentioned as cheap and used in various applications, the passage emphasizes security challenges rather than comfort.

Statement 4 is correct. The passage highlights the security challenges posed by IoT devices as their proliferation increases, making this the most logical inference.

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