Edge Computing Archives

What Is Distributed Computing?

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on January 14, 2025 | Featured

The distributed computing model harnesses the resources of multiple networked computers to solve a problem. Each computer within the distributed system has its own processing power. However, the distributed system appears to function as one powerful computer. … Read More

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How to Cool a Small Server Room, Network Closet, or Edge Data Center

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on January 26, 2024 | Featured

Much has been written about the cooling requirements of large-scale data centers. As data center density has increased, so has the heat load. Powerful computer room air conditioning (CRAC) systems must be supplemented with aisle containment, raised floor cooling, and … Read More … Read More

Tags: Edge Computing, IT Infrastructure, IT Server Rack, Micro Data Centers, Racks and Cabinets

Edge Computing and AI: Exploring the Benefits, Applications, and Use Cases

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on October 20, 2023 | Featured

Edge AI combines two of the hottest trends in the data center and IT industries: edge computing and artificial intelligence. As we defined in previous posts, there are many types of edge computing applications and environments, but at its core, … Read More … Read More

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What Is Edge Computing and How Does It Work? Use Cases and Examples

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on October 20, 2023 | Featured

In a recent survey by IDC, more than two-thirds of business leaders said they are implementing edge computing solutions. Given the rapid growth of the edge computing model, IDC predicts that organizations will deploy more than half of all new … Read More … Read More

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What Is IT/OT Convergence? Benefits, Challenges, and Examples

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on September 29, 2023 | Featured

The operational technologies (OT) used to monitor and control mechanical systems have traditionally been isolated from information technology (IT) systems, with a literal “air gap” between the two domains. Now, they are converging as more electromechanical, manufacturing, and industrial equipment … Read More … Read More

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Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing: Exploring Their Relationship

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on July 13, 2023 | Featured

When cloud computing first emerged, there seemed to be no end of definitions for the term. Did it mean on-demand computing? Software-as-a-Service? Internet services generally? Years later, many people still lack a firm understanding of what cloud computing is. … Read More

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What Are Edge Data Centers? Definition, Characteristics, and Use Cases

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on October 10, 2022 | Featured

Remote workers and branch offices need access to corporate IT resources, but connecting to a distant data center can cause delays that hamper productivity and the user experience. Transmitting data generated by IoT devices to the cloud can limit the … Read More … Read More

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Understanding the IT Hardware Needed for Your Small Business Network Setup

Posted by Kaustubh Borate on August 8, 2022 | Featured

Requirements and best practices when it comes to small business network setups are evolving rapidly. Small to midsize businesses are moving many IT functions to the cloud. Cloud-based email, productivity apps, storage, backup, and more offer cost-efficient alternatives to on-premises … Read More … Read More

Tags: Edge Computing, IT Infrastructure, Micro Data Centers