Consideration For Cloud Edge Computing Applications
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Determining </span>product suitability<span data-contrast="none"> for cloudification and edge computing is crucial, as not all products or services can seamlessly integrate with these environments. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;" data-contrast="none">Product Suitability in Cloudification and Edge Computing</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Ideally, products that can operate with a lightweight client, like a browser or mobile application, and rely on reliable and sufficient connectivity, are well-suited for </span>cloudification and edge computing<span data-contrast="none">. This understanding is based on our collective experience and does not require extensive elaboration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Concerns in Cloudification and Edge Computing</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">However, certain products are less compatible with cloudification and edge computing. Due to limited connectivity, applications requiring real-time performance and dealing with large file sizes, such as high-quality media editing with gigabyte or terabyte-sized files. Performing such tasks on a mass scale is only practical with dedicated facilities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Moreover, applications that rely on high-quality local analog processing, such as professional audio recording, cannot be easily integrated into cloud and edge computing environments. These applications often require quick execution, where latency becomes critical, or analog processing functionalities (e.g., filters/effects) that rely on dedicated hardware.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Security</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Security concerns arise when dealing with sensitive commercial or government information. Despite encryption and other security measures, transmitting such data to and from the cloud and edge computing environments can be vulnerable to hacking. As a result, some organizations choose to keep their systems "Air-Gapped" from the cloud, maintaining a disconnected approach.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Reliable and Consistent Low Latency</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Reliable and consistent low latency is another consideration. Applications like turbine controllers requiring rapid fault detection response times are better suited for local installations. On the other hand, cloud-connected applications like house doorbells can tolerate variable latency as long as it remains within a few seconds.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Safety-related applications typically follow an on-premises or hybrid approach. Connected cars, for instance, must respond quickly to emergencies and hazards, necessitating local processing rather than relying solely on cloud and edge computing. However, they can transmit vast amounts of data to the cloud for analysis and learning purposes. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">The ultimate goal of self-driving or augmented driving involves a combination of direct car-to-car communication based on proximity and cloud connectivity, leveraging technologies like 5G for ultra-low latency.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Conclusion</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">In summary, assessing the compatibility of products with cloudification and edge computing involves considering factors such as real-time performance, file sizes, security concerns, latency requirements, and safety-related considerations. By evaluating these aspects, organizations can determine which products are suitable for integrating cloud and edge computing and which require alternative approaches. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">The goal is to leverage the strengths of cloudification and edge computing while addressing the limitations posed by specific product requirements. This strategic approach enables organizations to make informed decisions and maximize the benefits of these technologies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> <br /><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> <br /><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em>This article was contributed by our expert <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/liornetzer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lior Netzer</a></em></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Lior Netzer</span></h3><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;" data-contrast="none">1. What are the key considerations for determining the suitability of a product for cloudification and edge computing?</span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">These include the need to operate with lightweight clients (such as browsers, mobile applications, or low-power IoT devices) and the availability of reliable connectivity. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Products meeting these criteria are well-suited for cloud and edge computing environments integration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">2. What challenges do applications with real-time performance and large file sizes face when integrating with cloud and edge computing environments? </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">The bandwidth available and the connection reliability are the key concerns here. Lacking that, it is impractical to perform tasks requiring real-time performance and dealing with a gigabyte or terabyte-sized files on a mass scale without dedicated facilities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">3. How do security concerns impact the decision to keep systems "Air-Gapped" from the cloud in certain organizations? </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Security concerns impact the decision to keep systems "Air-Gapped" from the cloud in certain organizations. Despite encryption and security measures, transmitting sensitive commercial or government information to and from the cloud and edge computing environments can be vulnerable to hacking. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Some organizations maintain a disconnected approach to mitigate these risks and keep their systems separate from the cloud.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">4. How do latency requirements and safety-related considerations influence the choice between local installations, cloud connectivity, and hybrid approaches for different applications? </span></h2><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Latency requirements and human or machine safety considerations influence the choice between local processing, cloud processing, and hybrid application approaches. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Applications like turbine controllers that require rapid response times are better suited for local installations. On the other hand, cloud-connected applications like house doorbells can tolerate variable latency within a few seconds. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">Safety-related applications, such as connected cars, often require local processing for quick response to emergencies, but they can transmit data to the cloud for analysis and learning purposes, leveraging technologies like 5G for ultra-low latency.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span data-contrast="none">The choice depends on the specific latency and safety requirements of each application.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p>
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