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Operational technology (OT)

Operational technology (OT)

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Operational technology (OT)

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- Operational technology or OT is hardware and/or software systems that monitor and control physical devices, processes and infrastructure, especially for legacy embedded and specialty systems. SCADA is an example of this. These are crucial for industrial automation and control. They monitor and control industrial processes such as manufacturing, production, power generation, and distribution. SCADA systems collect real-time data from sensors and other equipment, and they send this data to a central computer system for analysis and control. Industrial control systems, ICS, are crucial for managing and automating industrial processes. ICS encompasses various forms of control systems and associated instrumentation using industrial environments to monitor and control machinery and processes. These systems are vital for ensuring efficiency, reliability, and safety in industries such as manufacturing, energy, water treatment, transportation, and more. Some of the key components of ICS…

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