The phrase 'six degrees of separation,' suggests that only a minuscule measurement is what divides one person from another. Today, the Internet of Things (loT) has decreased those degrees dramatically, connecting us not only to each other, but to everything from our fitness trackers to our coffee makers. Consider this: according to a recent report by the Federal Trade Commission, the number of Internet-connected devices tops 25 billion worldwide. And that number is expected to double in the next five years, according to experts cited in the report. In a world where everyone and everything is connected, digital security is a must-have, just as important as the lock on your front door or the keys to your house. Technology is revolutionizing the way consumers use cars, homes, work spaces and everyday items, Rep. Darrell Issa, R- Calif., told USA Today in a recent interview. These devices raise both opportunities and questions about regulatory policy, spectrum space, privacy and more. Underscoring Issa's concerns are high-profile hacks, including one that took remote control of a Jeep on a busy highway. Experts warn who consumers need to understand that, although convenient, the loT is an interconnected system, and security is needed to prevent a weakness in one device (like a Smartwatch).