As the business of government technology continues to grow, edge computing is emerging as a hot spot — and an area that is gaining more focus from local and state public agencies. Simply put, edge computing means deploying servers close to data sources to boost the speed of communications, which in turn opens the door for faster, more reliable and real-time data analysis tools that can improve public services. Smart city projects, utilities and public safety are among the most attractive areas for backers of edge computing technology in the government sector.
