What is the difference between edge computing and cloud computing?

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Accepted Answer

**Edge** — processing near source. **Cloud** — centralized processing.

**Edge Computing:**
- Process data near source.
- Low latency.
- Reduces bandwidth.
- Local processing.

```
Edge:
IoT Device → Edge Server → Response
(Process near source)
```

**Cloud Computing:**
- Centralized processing.
- Scalable resources.
- Higher latency.
- Centralized storage.

```
Cloud:
Client → Cloud Server → Response
(Centralized processing)
```

**Key differences:**
- **Edge** — near source.
- **Cloud** — centralized.
- **Edge** — low latency.
- **Cloud** — high latency.
- **Edge** — limited resources.
- **Cloud** — unlimited resources.

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