Summary

In conclusion, IoT and the data it generates are transforming the world and how we interact with it. The cloud is at the heart of most of the connected-consumer IoT world, thanks to its numerous advantages. An IoT solution, on the other hand, will almost always involve both the edge and the cloud. Bringing compute to the edge helps organizations make better, faster decisions and become more agile by reducing latency, increasing scalability, and improving information access.

When deciding on the correct balance of edge and cloud capability for an IoT solution, it's important to remember that edge computing comes in a variety of flavors, each with its own set of advantages and drawbacks. Significant operational difficulties and costs can arise quickly, so businesses should examine a wide range of issues when planning and implementing any IoT system.

In the next chapter, we will look at how Kubernetes for the edge offers a compelling value proposition and different...