Edge Computing: A Friendly Introduction

Get the business and technical foundation you need to create your edge computing strategy. Edge Computing Technology and Applications by veteran technologist Perry Lea slices through the buzzwords and reveals how edge computing affects your business and IT decisions, from hardware and software systems to the way you interact with customers, clients, and employees.

This is no- nonsense guide; "Edge devices" include everything from smart phones to the countless internet connected appliances we interact with everywhere, every day. And to remain competitive, every business must have an edge computing strategy. This textbook is the first step.

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What is edge computing and why does it matter to you?Real-world consumer and enterprise use cases of edge computingThe hardware and software that drives edge and IoT systemsEdge security risks and how to counteract themHow to monetize edge systems About the technology Edge computing brings computing power and data storage closer to the devices and systems that need it. Edge devices perform tasks ranging from simple data retrieval to complex AI at the point of usage to deliver faster and more responsive applications. This insightful, experience-driven guide will help you get to the core of what you need to know about this ground-breaking technology.