IoT Hub
IoT Hub is a managed cloud service from Microsoft Azure that acts as a central message hub for bidirectional communication between IoT applications and the devices it manages. It enables secure and reliable connectivity for millions of IoT devices, supporting device-to-cloud telemetry, cloud-to-device commands, and device management. It provides features like device provisioning, monitoring, and integration with other Azure services for data processing and analytics.
Developers should use IoT Hub when building scalable IoT solutions that require secure, reliable communication between cloud applications and a large number of devices, such as in industrial automation, smart cities, or connected healthcare. It is particularly valuable for scenarios needing device management, real-time monitoring, and seamless integration with Azure's data and AI services like Azure Stream Analytics or Azure Machine Learning.