Edge Computing
Edge computing places compute and storage at edge nodes close to data sources, reducing latency and backhaul bandwidth.
Purpose
Reduce latency, save bandwidth, and keep data local for compliance.
Mechanism
Run compute at CDN edge nodes or local devices. Cloudflare Workers/Vercel Edge Functions run JS at the edge. IoT preprocesses on devices. Cuts central cloud load and latency.
Use cases
- Low latency
- IoT
- CDN compute