Everything You Need To Know About Edge Computing Using IoT
                     Everything You Need To Know About Edge 
Computing Using IoT
Satya K Vivek
Writes for Gadgeon.com, 
IoT software development company and 
 IoT software development.
 
Exploring technologies like Edge computing and the Internet of Things 
(IoT) might sound interesting. While you might be hearing these terms 
frequently, you should know what they are, and how they are related. In 
this post, we are discussing both these terms, demonstrating how they 
can be beneficial in crafting futuristic technologies.
What are IoT and Edge computing?
The world of IoT encompasses a plethora of connected devices. Internet 
of things is all about connecting physical objects together via the internet. 
IoT refers to a mechanism of physical devices transferring or receiving 
data without any intervention of humans over a network. Right from 
healthcare systems to wearable to a common household fitting like a light 
bulb, IoT encompasses a wide range of connected objects. Typically, in a 
connected environment, there is a continuous process of sending, 
receiving, and analyzing data.
On the other hand, Edge computing takes place close to the physical 
location of the data source or the user. The process saves bandwidth 
resulting in lower latency. The users can take advantage by placing 
computing services close to the respective locations. In the process, they 
gain more reliable services, and improved user experience. Through edge 
computing, business houses can seamlessly distribute a common resource 
pool across several locations and scale up the centralized infrastructure. In 
this process, they can handle increasing volume of data and the number 
of connected devices.
Difference between an IoT device and an edge device 
Edge devices involve physical hardware components that are installed at 
remote locations. The infrastructure consists of adequate processing 
power, memory, and computing resources. This is enough to collect and 
process the data, besides carrying out real-time execution with assistance 
from different parts of the network.
IoT devices refer to physical objects that remain connected over the 
internet and serve as data sources. On the other hand, the data is 
collected and processed at the edge devices. You can consider an edge 
device to be a part of the internet of things in case there is enough space 
in the device, and is capable of computing to make decisions with low 
latency. The data can be processed in milliseconds.
How are IoT and edge computing related?
IoT and Edge computing are related, as, without the latter, IoT would be 
depending solely on network connectivity. It would provide the services 
from a data center or from a cloud system. IoT devices can take the 
advantage of having massive computing power close to the data source or 
physical device. This data is processed at the edge devices ensuring faster 
responses.  Therefore, Edge devices serve as a local processing center 
where the data is stored and processed.
Benefits and future scope of enabling edge computing for the internet of 
things (IoT)
Integrating IoT and Edge computing, business organizations can benefit 
with lower loads on their networks, improved privacy and security, and 
lower exposure of data. 
In future, these technologies can be used for data exchanges between 
edge and cloud systems and streamline analysis of data. Moreover, there 
might be a cloud-based deployment of applications for Edge computing.
Conclusion
Although there are several advantages of incorporating these two 
technologies, there are challenges that deserve attention. Making 
necessary updates to IoT devices and Edge devices remotely would be a 
challenge. 
About Gadgeon
Gadgeon is known for its expertise in Industrial IoT and engineering 
excellence. We connect devices, operations, and processes to create 
business value, and revolutionize enterprises with the power of data. As 
an end-to-end technology services company, we successfully enabled the 
digital journey of customers with critical digital services ranging from 
embedded systems, cloud app development, mobile app development, 
data & analytics, application modernization, emerging technology based 
solutions, and testing & test automation across the industries such as 
connected factory, telecom & datacom, digital healthcare, CSPs, and 
home & building automation.
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