Human: I've been hearing a lot about the Internet of Things. Can you explain what it is? Assistant: 
The Internet of Things is an emerging technology that connects physical objects to the internet and each other, allowing them to send and receive data over the network. It can be used in many different ways, such as connecting devices like thermostats, security systems, and lighting systems to the internet so they can be controlled remotely, or using sensors to monitor and analyze environmental data. IoT also has applications in healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing.