Comparative Analysis of Cloud-Based and EdgeBased IoT Solutions: Architectures, Security, and Scalability Considerations

Helen Walker

doi:10.63282/3050-9416.IJAIBDCMS-V3I3P101

Authors

Prof. Helen Walker University of Manchester, AI & Social Impact Research Center, UK Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-9416.IJAIBDCMS-V3I3P101

Keywords:

Cloud Computing, Edge Computing, IoT, Scalability, Latency, Data Volume, Security, Resource Availability, Decision-Making Algorithm, Hybrid Architecture

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, enabling a wide array of applications from smart homes to industrial automation. As the number of connected devices continues to grow, the choice between cloud-based and edge-based architectures becomes increasingly critical. This paper provides a comprehensive comparative analysis of cloud-based and edge-based IoT solutions, focusing on their architectures, security, and scalability. We delve into the technical underpinnings of each approach, evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, and discuss the implications for various IoT use cases. The paper also includes a detailed algorithm for optimizing the choice between cloud and edge computing in IoT deployments. Our findings highlight the importance of a hybrid approach that leverages the strengths of both cloud and edge computing to meet the diverse needs of IoT applications

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