Edge Computing
Quick Definition
Processing data near its source instead of centralized cloud
Full Definition
Processing data near the source of generation rather than sending it to a centralized cloud.
Examples
real-time analytics, autonomous vehicles, smart factories
Related Terms
iot
fog-computing
cloud-computing
More Internet of Things Terms
Digital Twin
Virtual replica of physical objects updated with real-time data
CoAP
Lightweight REST protocol for constrained IoT devices
Smart Home
Residence with IoT devices automating home systems
Predictive Maintenance
Using IoT and ML to predict equipment failures proactively
Edge Gateway
Physical device aggregating sensor data at the edge
Provisioning
Configuring IoT devices for secure connectivity