The Rise of Edge Computing: Why the Cloud is Moving Closer

Introduction: Define edge computing and how it differs from centralized cloud models.Latency Problem: Explain why milliseconds matter for modern workloads (IoT, gaming, etc.).Architecture Shift: Micro data centers, 5G integration, and serverless at the edge.Use Cases: Autonomous vehicles, retail analytics, industrial IoT, healthcare monitoring.Challenges: Security, management complexity, data consistency.Conclusion: Hybrid future — cloud + edge synergy rather than replacement.