What Makes a City 'Smart'?

A smart city uses technology to make life easier for people. Think of it like a robot that helps the whole city work better, from traffic lights that know when to change to trash bins that tell you when they're full.

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  1. A smart city could tell a traffic light when to change based on how many cars are waiting.
  2. Waste bins in the city can signal when they need to be emptied.
  3. Streetlights adjust their brightness automatically depending on whether it's day or night.

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