Challenges and Future Research Directions in Next Generation Edge Computing and IoT

Abstract

Edge computing helps to reduce cost, as processing at the edge eliminates the need to move data to the cloud. Furthermore, because data is processed at the edge, there is no need to store or transfer it, which further increases efficiency and reduces expenses. Edge computing is also advantageous from a security standpoint because it keeps data and traffic away from a centralized server. By processing at the edge, businesses avoid the risk of leaving sensitive data in a cloud or a single point of failure. Edge computing is also designed to be more secure than cloud computing, as the connections between the edge server and the IoT device are more difficult to intercept and exploit. The key benefits of edge computing are reduced latency, improved scalability and flexibility, improved security, and cost savings. With edge computing, businesses can receive faster responses and process data more efficiently, without the need for a cloud server. Additionally, edge computing offers enhanced security features, and businesses can save on costly cloud computing costs due to the elimination of transferring data. IoT and edge computing are two technologies that are becoming increasingly important in the modern digital economy.