By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at NewsRx Law -- Computer scientists are to explore how children can stay safe and retain their privacy as they engage with the ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT).
Concerns about levels of computing literacy among young people, and the demands of future economies, has led to innovative programmes aimed at encouraging more children to explore and programme connected devices.
Schemes to help ensure future generations of digital innovators include the creation of the BBC Micro:Bit, a micro controller with in-built sensors, such as compass and accelerometer, Bluetooth connectivity and pins that enable it to be connected to external sensors and other devices.
The developers of the Micro:Bit took a very considered ethical approach to developing their device - purposefully …
CITATION: (2017-12-14), Child-proofing the Internet of Things, NewsRx Law, 31, ISSN: 0000-0000, BUTTER® ID: 014817391
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