Edge computing: why we can no longer send all data traffic to distant data centres
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At ZF Tech Day, Mihai Şuiu, a representative of Orange România, spoke about the importance of a technology called edge computing. His statement drew the attention of participants, because the volume of data generated daily is growing rapidly.
Edge computing means processing data as close as possible to where it is created. This data comes from video cameras, sensors or industrial robots. Instead of sending all the information to data centres located far away, the system analyses some of it directly nearby. In this way, the response arrives faster and the network is used more efficiently.
The speaker explained that it is not possible for all data traffic to be carried over existing networks to centralised locations. For companies in industry, logistics or healthcare, this approach can be important, especially when they need rapid decisions. Telecommunications operators, in turn, must adapt their infrastructure to support these requirements.
In short, the discussion at ZF Tech Day shows that edge computing is becoming an increasingly important topic for telecommunications and the economy in Romania. The development of this technology depends on investment in infrastructure and on how companies will integrate the new solutions into their activities.
Sources: Ziarul Financiar
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