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And if anyone (like me) needed to look up WTF "edge" and "edge-computing" means, it's this (from Wikipedia):


Edge computing is a method of optimizing cloud computing systems by performing data processing at the edge of the network, near the source of the data.


I can't wait to see the next job requirement: "must have 5+ years experience in edge computing."

So, we come back full circle. We used to do ALL our computing on the "edge" -- processing data from real time instruments right there on the PC, or, even further back, on the dedicated microprocessor and supporting hardware. Then suddenly it transitioned to "cloud computing" and we were streaming our data to the "cloud" for analysis. Now suddenly, even before the clouds had time to form into a true storm, we're back to "near the source of the data", back to where we started. But now we have a catchy new name for it.

I wonder if evolution (or if you prefer, creation), is this schizophrenic.

Just think how much more valuable your Apple II and Commodore PET is now! It's an "edge-computing device!" Laugh | :laugh:

So, what comes after "the edge"? Some options:
  • the fall (as in, falling off the edge of the cliff)
  • the dragon (as in, the edge of the known world is surrounded by dragons)
  • the turtle (the world is held up by a turtle)
  • the center (if you're on the edge, where else can you go but toward the center?)
  • the tangent (every edge has a tangent line)
Sadly, none of those are very catchy. Frown | :(
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