In IoT readiness planning, which type of testing demonstrates the benefits of networking a new 'thing' before it is on the network?

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Prototyping focuses on building an early, working model of the device and its networking interactions to validate concepts and the practical benefits before full deployment. By connecting a test version of the thing to a network gateway, you can show how onboarding, data transmission, remote management, and inter-device communication would actually work, giving a tangible preview of the value of networking the device. This helps stakeholders see how networking can streamline integration, improve visibility, and reduce risk early in the process, without waiting for production hardware. Security testing examines vulnerabilities, performance testing looks at speed and capacity, and compliance testing checks adherence to standards; none of these provide the hands-on demonstration of networking benefits that prototyping offers.