Edge Computing
Edge Computing is a distributed computing paradigm that brings computation and data storage closer to the sources of data, often where the data is being generated, rather than relying solely on a centralized cloud or data center. This architectural approach aims to reduce latency, conserve…
Key facts
- First appeared
- 2001
- Category
- technology
- Problem solved
- Edge Computing was created to address the limitations of centralized cloud computing for applications requiring extremely low latency, significant bandwidth reduction, enhanced data privacy, and robust offline operation. It enables real-time decision-making for IoT devices and autonomous systems, local processing of sensitive data, and efficient operation in environments with intermittent connectivity.
- Platforms
- IoT gateways, Cellular base stations (e.g., MEC nodes), Smart cameras and sensors, Robots and autonomous vehicles, Micro-data centers, Embedded systems, On-premise servers and appliances
Related technologies
Notable users
- General Electric (GE)
- Verizon
- Cisco
- Google Cloud
- Microsoft Azure
- Siemens
- IBM
- Huawei
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- AT&T