Where does the modern edge begin and end?
The edge has become a critical part of the network, but that has given rise to an important new question: Where does the network core end and the edge begin? Not too long ago, the answer would have been obvious: The core is in the data center, and the edge is everything else. But today, it’s not so simple. The edge is everywhere.
Key take-aways:
- The edge is where the data and the action are.
- Understanding and managing it is a challenge.
- Why does the edge matter? Because it is close to where data is produced and consumed. The edge improves performance and lowers cost.
- Automation is needed to provide oversight on a global scale.
