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This section is devoted to methods of integrating the system with external services, equipment, and third-party solutions. It describes key interaction technologies, including [REST API for universal data exchange](/en/api/v1), low-level drivers for direct work with hardware components, and supported communication protocols.

The materials will help you choose the optimal integration method depending on the requirements for performance, security, and environment, ensuring flexible interaction of the system with external resources.

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    title="Interacting with the production server"
    description="Transferring data from the production server to the IoT platform."
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    title="SCADA System Software"
    description="Complex control, including data, monitoring and analysis of technology processes."
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