Cloud & Edge Computing, Automation, Blockchain

CLOUD, EDGE COMPUTING, AUTOMATION, AND BLOCKCHAIN.

CLOUD COMPUTING. Cloud computing is the on-demand delivery of IT resources such as servers, storage, databases, and software over the internet with pay as you go pricing. Instead of owning and maintaining physical data centers, users rent access to these services from providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, allowing for faster innovation, flexible resources, and lower operational costs..

CLOUD COMPUTING - CHARACTERISTICS. On-demand self-service Broad network access Measured service (pay-as-you-go).

CLOUD COMPUTING - EXAMPLE. Example: Google Drive When you save a file in Google Drive: You are not saving it in your phone or laptop only The file is stored on Google’s remote servers (the cloud) You can open it anytime using any device (phone, laptop, etc.) as long as you have internet.

EDGE COMPUTING - DEFINITION. Edge computing is a distributed IT architecture that processes data physically closer to its source such as IoT devices, local servers, or edge gateways rather than relying on a distant, centralized data center or cloud..

EDGE COMPUTING Example: Self-driving car A self-driving car uses cameras and sensors to see the road. It detects pedestrians, traffic signs, and other cars It decides instantly when to brake or turn This processing happens inside the car, not in a faraway server.

STUDIO SHODWE. CLOUD VS EDGE COMPUTING. Cloud: centralized processing, higher latency Edge: decentralized processing, lower latency Cloud: best for storage and large-scale computing Edge: best for real-time decision-making.

AUTOMATION - DEFINITION. Automation is the use of technology, software, or machinery to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, aiming to increase efficiency, precision, and productivity Widely used in industries and IT systems.

AUTOMATION - EXAMPLE. A modern washing machine is a simple form of automation. You choose a setting (like “quick wash”) The machine automatically: fills water washes rinses spins You don’t need to control each step manually Why this is automation: A task that normally needs human effort is done automatically by a machine..

BENEFITS OF AUTOMATION. Increases efficiency and productivity Reduces human errors Saves time and operational costs Improves consistency and reliability.

BLOCKCHAIN - DEFINITION. Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions or data across many computers in a way that is secure, transparent, and permanent. Unlike a traditional database controlled by a central authority (like a bank), a blockchain is shared among all participants in a network, making it nearly impossible to tamper with or delete recorded information..

BLOCKCHAIN - EXAMPLE. Example: Sending money Imagine you send money to a friend: Normally, a bank checks and records the transaction With blockchain, there is no central bank needed Instead: The transaction is recorded in a shared system (ledger) Many computers verify it Once recorded, it cannot be changed or deleted Why this is useful: No single person controls it It’s very hard to cheat or hack Everyone can trust the record.

BLOCKCHAIN - APPLICATION. BITCOIN: Bitcoin (BTC) is the world’s first and largest decentralized digital currency. Launched in 2009 by an anonymous creator named Satoshi Nakamoto, it allows users to send and receive payments globally without a central bank or intermediary..

SUMMARY. Cloud computing allows data and services to be stored and accessed over the internet, making systems scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient. However, it may have delays because data is processed in centralized servers..

SUMMARY. Cloud computing allows data and services to be stored and accessed over the internet, making systems scalable, flexible, and cost-efficient. However, it may have delays because data is processed in centralized servers..

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