Scope
This document describes the foundational concepts for edge computing and its relationship to cloud computing including the terminology, models and functional elements for networking in edge computing and cloud computing systems.
This document also applies to distributed platforms, multiple cloud models (including multi-cloud, hybrid cloud, inter-cloud and federated cloud) and related intelligent nodes.
Purpose
Cloud computing has evolved significantly over the past decade to incorporate new technologies and services including multi-cloud models, distributed platforms and federation of services, all of which depend on standards-based networks that are highly adaptive, integrated, secure, interoperable and automated. This document provides a landscape and guidance concerning the models, methods and techniques for networking among cloud computing and edge computing systems. This document expands on existing JTC 1/SC 38 standards as well as industry initiatives, all of which can benefit from commonly accepted vocabulary, concepts and patterns. A commonly accepted landscape and approach to cloud and edge interoperability provides guidance and illustrative scenarios for cloud and edge computing users, providers and partners.
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