Edge Computing

[athank_k]

I want to know what edge computing is and what problems it can solve which traditional computing cannot solve.

[Harshitha_K]

Hi @athank_k ,

According to Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), edge computing is the next major wave in IT infrastructure evolution. HPE defines edge computing as processing data where it is generated at the edge of the network without relying on remote cloud decisions. 
Edge computing moves compute, storage and analytics close to where data is created (the “edge”) rather than sending all raw data to centralized datacenters or public cloud. That proximity enables low latency, reduced bandwidth, continued operation with intermittent connectivity, improved data locality/privacy and more resilient operations.

How HPE Edge Systems Solve Problems Traditional Computing Cannot
1. Real‑Time Processing

HPE edge systems process data where it’s created, reducing latency and enabling faster decisions—important for smart factories and automated operations.

2. Works in Harsh or Remote Locations

Rugged HPE Edgeline devices (like EL300) withstand extreme temperatures, dust, vibration, and unreliable connectivity, making them suitable where cloud systems fail.

3. Lower Bandwidth Use

They analyze data locally and send only essential information to the cloud, saving bandwidth and reducing cloud costs.

4. IT + OT Integration

HPE unifies industrial systems (OT) with enterprise IT at the edge, enabling better control, analytics, and management than centralized data centers.

5. Operates Without Reliable Internet

Systems like EL300 and EL8000 continue processing and can be remotely managed even with weak or intermittent connectivity.

For more information, please refer this document and link.

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