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Word of the Day Daily updates on the latest technology terms | June 8, 2020 edge computing Edge computing is a distributed information technology (IT) architecture in which client data is processed at the periphery of the network, as close to the originating source as possible. The move toward edge computing is driven by mobile computing, the decreasing cost of computer components and the sheer number of networked devices in the Internet of Things (IoT).   The name "edge" in edge computing is derived from network diagrams; typically, the edge in a network diagram signifies the point at which traffic enters or exits the network. The edge is also the point at which the underlying protocol for transporting data may change. For example, a smart sensor might use a low-latency protocol like MQTT to transmit data to a message broker located on the network edge, and the broker would use the hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) to transmit valuable data from the sensor to a remote server over the Internet. A major benefit of edge computing is that it improves time to action and reduces response time down to milliseconds, while also conserving network resources. Transmitting massive amounts of raw data over a network puts tremendous load on network resources. Depending on the implementation, time-sensitive data in an edge computing architecture may be processed at the point of origin by an intelligent device or sent to an intermediary server located in close geographical proximity to the client. Data that is less time sensitive is sent to the cloud for analysis and long-term storage. Continue reading about edge computing... Quote of the Day "Edge computing ranks as a top emerging technology trend for 2020, with leading technologists and tech researchers saying this distributed computing model will advance innovations across all areas of business and society." - Mary K. Pratt Related Terms Internet of Things latency fog computing edge device storage at the edge MQTT edge analytics Learning Center What is edge computing, and how can you get started? Edge computing is forcing IT teams to rethink legacy architectures. In this guide, explore what edge computing is, its pros and cons and how it can change enterprise networks. The shift to edge computing is happening fast -- here's why Whether you call it the Fourth Industrial Revolution or digital transformation, enterprise IT is being changed fast, and forever, and edge computing is a big reason why. The role of edge computing security in enterprise networks By ensuring IoT security, IT teams can secure enterprise networks as well. Edge computing can provide one path toward this security, as long as IT properly evaluates and plans for it. Fog computing vs. edge computing: What's the difference? Fog computing vs. edge computing -- while many IT professionals use the terms synonymously, others make subtle but important distinctions between them. What you need to know about edge computing architecture In this handbook, networking experts share their thoughts and insights on edge computing and what it means for today's networking professionals. They also address the evolution of multi-access edge computing and how edge computing in IoT can improve network efficiency. What the future of edge computing means for cloud and networks IoT and application processing needs are shaping the future of edge computing, driving the growth of micro modular data centers and raising the question of cloud computing's relevance. Quiz Yourself Test your networking knowledge: What is edge computing? Edge computing technology isn't new, but it may differ from your expectations. This quiz covers essential edge computing basics, such as pros, cons and differentiators. Stay in Touch For feedback about any of our definitions or to suggest a new definition, please contact us at: editor@whatIs.com FOLLOW US About This E-Newsletter The Word of the Day is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2019 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List