This episode was recorded on September 28, 2023. This episode is a warm blend of personal reflections and deep dives into the world of network engineering, where laughter and learning go hand in hand.  The digital frontier is expanding, and with it, the universe of IoT devices that touch every corner of our lives. From tracking wayward pets to revolutionizing agriculture, we traverse the intricate balance between the allure of smart technology and the vigilance needed to secure it. Join us as we exchange tales from the front lines, illustrating how the convenience of connected gadgets intertwines with the pressing need to safeguard our digital homesteads.  Our conversation takes a turn towards the pressing issues of IoT security and the burgeoning role of AI in monitoring these devices. Navigating the choppy waters of enterprise environments, we unpack the strategies to protect non-domain-joinable equipment and wrestle with the shadow IoT lurking in our networks. Plus, we delve into the ways AI is enhancing our capabilities to predict severe weather and monitor critical systems. Grab a cup of your favorite brew and settle in for a journey that’s as much about the heart of networking as it is about the hard-wiring. TikTok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@artofneteng Cables2Clouds! https://www.cables2clouds.com Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/artofneteng​ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/artofneteng/ ​Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/artofneteng Join the group on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/artofneteng/ Check out our website https://artofnetworkengineering.com​ Merch Store – https://artofneteng.com/store Join the Discord Study group – https://artofneteng.com/iaatj